Glowing tributes were paid to Chola king Rajendra Chola-I at a function at Gangaikondacholapuram on Monday, the day of Aadi Thiruvathirai, marking the birth anniversary of the king.Speaking at the event organised by the district administration and the departments of Tourism and Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments at Sri Brihadisvara Temple complex, Collector N. Mirunalini said Rajendra Chola had developed Gangaikondacholapuram as a capital after his historic military expedition to the Ganges and the city had been the capital of the Chola kingdom for 250 years. He was not only known for his military prowess but also for his pioneering initiatives in agriculture, water management. and administration. “We should sensitise the younger generation about his greatness,” she said citing various historic records about the king.Ms. Mirunalini declared open a stall put up by the district police to raise awareness on road safety and traffic rules. Published - August 10, 2026 07:08 pm IST