Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan released a commemorative postage stamp marking the 75th anniversary of Tamil daily Dinamalar. He praised the newspaper for building readers’ trust by upholding truth, patriotism and public service.
The recognition highlights the important role of regional-language media in strengthening linguistic identity, preserving culture, spreading grassroots awareness and supporting India’s democratic values.
About Dinamalar
Dinamalar is a Tamil-language daily newspaper founded on 6 September 1951 by T. V. Ramasubbaiyer. What began as an individual initiative developed into a major media organisation through the efforts of successive generations.
- Founded: 1951
- Founder: T. V. Ramasubbaiyer
- Language: Tamil
- Editions: Chennai, Puducherry, Vellore, Coimbatore, Salem, Erode, Trichy, Madurai, Nellai and Nagercoil
- It is among the top two best-selling Tamil dailies in Tamil Nadu.
Significance of Commemorative Stamp
Government of India has a long-standing practice of issuing commemorative postage stamps to honour individuals, institutions and events of national significance. The Dinamalar stamp recognises the newspaper’s contribution to public awareness and India’s democratic fabric.
Regional newspapers have historically served as a bridge between governments and marginalised communities, while contributing to social reform, democratic awareness and economic understanding.
The occasion also highlights the challenge of sustaining ethical and credible print journalism in an increasingly digital media environment, where newspapers face changing readership patterns and commercial pressures.