TIRUCHY: Fans of yesteryear Tamil cinema icon MK Thyagaraja Bhagavathar (MKT) observed his 66th death anniversary in Tiruchy on Saturday and urged the state government to name the Tamil Nadu Government Music School after him as a tribute to his contribution to Tamil cinema and music.

The event, organised by members of the Tamilaga Padaippaligal Makkal Katchi and MKT fans, was held at the actor's memorial in Sangiliyandapuram. Devotees offered floral tributes and recited songs rendered by MKT as a mark of respect.

Following the tribute, the members passed resolutions urging the state government to include goldsmiths in the Most Backward Class category and appoint their representatives as temple trust members. They also sought separate welfare boards for goldsmiths, carpenters, blacksmiths

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