5th Pillar, Chennai launched the monthly Tamil magazine "Maattram" on the 9th May, 2009 in an impressive function held at Kamarajar Arangam, Chennai-18. The magazine will be under private circulation for the first three months and then be supplied as a registered Newspaper from the month of August,. 2009. in both Tamil and English.
Sri. A.K.Venkatasubramaniam I.A.S., (Retired) released the magazine and handed over the first copy to the chief guests. . In his Inaugural address, he appreciated the efforts taken by 5th Pillar, in bringing out this magazine to create an awareness among the people against corruption. Sri.Traffic Ramaswamy, who received the first copy of the magazine, requested the youngsters to point out the mistakes and question them,then and there to set right the defects. Mr.Venu Arvind, T.V.Artist, promised that his children will not be amenable for corruption, and a change is bound to happen in the society.
Sri. A.K.Venkatasubramaniam I.A.S., (Retired) released the magazine and handed over the first copy to the chief guests. . In his Inaugural address, he appreciated the efforts taken by 5th Pillar, in bringing out this magazine to create an awareness among the people against corruption. Sri.Traffic Ramaswamy, who received the first copy of the magazine, requested the youngsters to point out the mistakes and question them,then and there to set right the defects. Mr.Venu Arvind, T.V.Artist, promised that his children will not be amenable for corruption, and a change is bound to happen in the society.
Sri. S.M. Arasu, General Secretary, Anti-corruption Movement praised the efforts taken by 5th Pillar and its President Mr. Vijay Anand in motivating the Society against the prevailing corruption. Mr. Sarath Babu. Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Food King Catering Service explained the circumstances under which he opted to take up social service. Mr. Kapilan, Advocate , Chennai High Court narrated the necessity for social service organisations to work against the social evils.
Mr. Arupathi Kalyanam General Secretary., Federation of Farmers Associations explained the atrocities committed on the farming community and the need for organisations like 5th Pillar to work for the farmers.
Haji A. Siddique Bhai, State Additional Secretary, South India Human Rights Protection Commission raised the efforts taken by the 5th Pillar recently in a specific case at Villupuram in which he has actively played a role. He wished all good luck for the organization to continue with the magazine.
Mr. Arvind at the out set provided the welcome address. Mr. Vijay Anand in his introductory remarks expressed the need for 5th Pillar to launch this magazine. He introduced the Vice Presidents Mr. Kumaran and Mr. Saravanan who have volunteered to work for the Organization, and also the Editorial Board who have done a wonderful job for bringing out the magazine in record time.He exhorted the public to subscribe for the magazine in large numbers to provide the required support.
Before the commencement of the event there was a cultural programme by Dindigal Anusuya Group and a magic show.
Mr. Kumaran, Vice President, 5th Pillar proposed a vote of thanks.
Congratulations Ayya!!
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