The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is set to celebrate its 75th anniversary with a grand event in Chennai on September 17th. As part of the celebrations, the party has announced the recipients of its annual awards, recognizing individuals for their contributions in various fields. The awards, named after prominent figures in the DMK’s history, include the Periyar Award, Anna Award, Kalaignar Award, Paavendar Award, and Professor Award. This year, the Periyar Award will be bestowed upon Paappammaal, the Anna Award on Arthanka Miysa Ramanathan, the Kalaignar Award on S. Jagatratchagan, the Paavendar Award on poet Thamizhdhasan, and the Professor Award on V.P. Rajan.