Thu Nov 07 11:50:39 UTC 2024: ## Tamil Scholar to Receive Prestigious Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Semmozhi Tamil Award

**Chennai, November 7, 2024:** Renowned Tamil scholar M. Selvarasan, formerly with the University of Madras Tamil Department, will be conferred the prestigious Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Semmozhi Tamil Award for 2024. The award ceremony will take place on Friday, November 8th, at the Secretariat in Chennai.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will personally present the award to Mr. Selvarasan. The award includes a cash prize of ₹10 lakh, a citation plaque, and a bronze replica of the award’s namesake, the late leader and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi.

Mr. Selvarasan’s contributions to the field of Tamil language and literature have been widely recognized. This award is a testament to his dedication and scholarship.

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