உலக விளையாட்டரங்கில் தமிழ்நாட்டின் அடையாளங்களுள் ஒன்றாக மாறியுள்ள @189thangavelu அவர்களுக்கு TNPL விற்பனைப் பிரிவில் துணை மேலாளர் பொறுப்புக்கான...

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin formally handed over an appointment order to world-renowned Paralympic high-jump champion Mariyappan Thangavelu, appointing him to the prestigious executive position of Assistant Manager within the marketing division of the state-owned Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Limited (TNPL). Commending the athlete extraordinary international achievements, Stalin hailed Mariyappan as an inspiring global symbol of Tamil Nadu sportsmanship, determination, and resilience.

Mariyappan Thangavelu, who brought immense glory to India and Tamil Nadu by winning gold and silver medals at the Rio and Tokyo Paralympic Games respectively, was recognized by the state government with prestigious financial awards and executive employment security. Stalin emphasized that conferring this high-ranking corporate responsibility is not merely a gesture of state recognition, but a powerful catalyst designed to inspire thousands of aspiring youth from rural and modest backgrounds.

The Chief Minister stressed that the Dravidian Model governance is deeply committed to identifying, nurturing, and elevating sporting talent from every corner of the state. He announced expanded training stipends, modern athletic complexes, and public sector job reservations for distinguished sportspersons. Stalin supportive gesture highlighted progressive, inclusive sports administration dedicated to honoring athletic excellence and empowering achievers from marginalized backgrounds.