Applications Invited for the Thanthai Periyar Award for Social Justice – 2026

The “Thanthai Periyar Award for Social Justice”, instituted in 1995 to honour those who have worked for social justice, will be presented for the year 2026.

The award carries a cash prize of ₹5 lakh, a one-sovereign gold medal and a certificate of merit. Individuals who have worked for social justice and contributed to improving the quality of life of the general public may submit their applications to the District Collector.

The application should include the applicant’s profile, complete address, telephone number, details of work undertaken for social justice, and supporting documents.

Last date for receipt of applications by the District Collector: 20.10.2026.

The District Collector, Thiru C DINESH KUMAR I.A.S., has informed accordingly.