Life and Education
- Birth: Conjeevaram Natarajan Annadurai, popularly known as C.N. Annadurai, was born on 21-Jun-1973 , Devanampattu, Distt. Tiruvannamalai (Tamilnadu)
- Family Background: He was born into a modest family. His father, Natarajan, was a teacher, and his mother, Rajamani, was a homemaker. The family faced financial difficulties, which impacted Annadurai’s educational opportunities.
- Education: Annadurai attended local schools in Kancheepuram. Despite financial constraints, he pursued higher education at Pachaiyappa’s College in Chennai. His education was interrupted due to his involvement in socio-political activities, and he did not complete his degree.
Career and Political Activism
- Journalism and Literature: Annadurai was deeply involved in journalism and literature. He wrote for various Tamil newspapers and magazines, focusing on social issues, politics, and regional pride. His writings were known for their critique of social injustices and the promotion of Tamil identity.
- Political Engagement: Annadurai was influenced by the Dravida Kazhagam (DK), a movement founded by Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, which aimed at social reform and the upliftment of the Dravidian people. He became actively involved in the DK’s activities, advocating for social justice and the rights of Tamil-speaking people.
Achievements
Key Reforms:
- Language Policy: Annadurai implemented policies to elevate the status of Tamil. Tamil was made the official language of the state, and its use was promoted in government and education.
- Social Justice: He introduced measures to improve the conditions of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, including reservations in education and public services.
- Infrastructure Development: Annadurai’s administration worked on infrastructure projects aimed at improving rural development and public amenities.
Family Details :
- Family: Annadurai was married to K P Deepa in 02-Jul-2006. They had two children: two sons
- Father’s Name : Late Natarajan
- Mother’s Name : Late Saroja