Jayalalithaa's portrait to be unveiled in TN assembly on Feb 12
February 10, 2018  19:30
Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister late J Jayalalithaa's portrait will be unveiled in the state assembly on February 12 by Speaker P Dhanapal.      

Chief Minister K Palaniswami will preside over the function in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister O Panneerselvam, Secretary, Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, K Boopathy said in an official release.
     
Palaniswami had in May last year called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and submitted a letter, urging him to unveil the late leader's portrait in the Assembly.
     
The Chief Minister had said the late leader made significant contributions for the State, its growth and for Tamil language and culture.      

He had said that Amma had dedicated her life for Tamils and left an indelible mark on the Indian political landscape.
     
The main opposition DMK last year sought the removal of portraits of Jayalalithaa from government offices, saying she was convicted in the disproportionate assets case.
     
Palaniswami had, however, defended his governments decision to unveil the portrait, saying it would be a great honour for the assembly. -- PTI    
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