Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on March 12, 2021 paid tributes to Ayya Vaikunda Swamikal, a great thinker and social reformer of the 19th century, on his birth anniversary.
- In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “On his birth anniversary, I pay my respects to Ayya Vaikunda Swamikal, a great thinker and social reformer of the 19th century. His teachings helped society overcome social barriers and united people. His emphasis on equality continues to inspire us”.
- Ayya Vaikunda established five pathis. These pathis are pilgrim centrers.
- He raised a slogan Unity of Untouchable Communities.
