‘Pennycuick memorial premises not a right choice for library’
The Hindu
Set up Kalaignar Memorial Library in some other site, says farmers’ forum
Federation of Periyar-Vaigai Irrigation Ayacut Farmers’ Associations has asked the State government to reconsider its decision on setting up Kalaignar Memorial Library on the premises that has been serving as the memorial of Col. John Pennycuick, the architect behind the construction of Periyar dam. In a memorandum submitted to Madurai Collector S. Aneesh Sekhar, its president M. P. Raman said that British engineer Pennycuick had constructed the reservoir with strenuous efforts and selfless service by selling his properties in England.More Related News