Popular singer Velmurugan has been appointed as a member of the committee constituted to identify eligible applicants and prepare and submit the appropriate list of names for the appointment of non-hereditary trustees to temples maintained by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department in the Government of Tamil Nadu.
According to a government order, the seven-member panel will be headed by Thavathiru Sivagnana Balaya Swamigal of Bommapuram Adheenam, Mayilam. Dr K Ramnathan, a retired District and Sessions Judge, has been appointed as the vice-chairperson. Noted producer Archana Kalpathi Aghoram is also among the five members of the committee. The other members are retired IAS officer PR Sampath, and Ma Sumathi alias Sumathisri. The HR&CE Commissioner will serve as the ex-officio member and secretary of the committee.
Following his appointment, Velmurugan expressed his gratitude to the CM Joseph Vijay, the Minister for Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments, S Ramesh, and the HR&CE Commissioner, J Kumara Gurubaran, among others.
After receiving the posting, Velmurugan said, "I will not consider this merely as a position, but as a responsibility, and I will carry out my duties with sincerity. I am extremely happy to have been given this opportunity to serve the Almighty."
Velmurugan further expressed his commitment to discharging the responsibility entrusted to him with dedication and humility, considering it an opportunity to serve the divine and the community.
A renowned singer, known for his folk songs, Velmurugan began his career with Sasikumar's Subramaniapuram in 2008. Some of his popular songs include 'Madura Kulunga Kulunga', 'Aadungada Machaan', 'Otha Sollaala', 'Sangili Bungili', 'Aambalaikum Pombalaikum', 'Venaam Machan' and more. He also participated in Bigg Boss Tamil season 4 in 2020.
