IAS officer Supriya Sahu shared her conversation with an 89-year-old Panchayat President from Madurai in Tamil Nadu.
The 89-year-old Veerammal Amma, fondly known as "Arittapatti Paati," has become an inspiring figure in Tamil Nadu thanks to her resilience and determination. She serves as a shining example of the strength of perseverance at any age in the esteemed position of Panchayat President for Arittapatti Panchayat.
IAS officer Supriya Sahu took to X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday to share the remarkable story her remarkable story and wrote, ''Veerammal Amma, popularly known as "Arittapatti Paati' the 89 years old Panchayat President of Arittapatti Panchayat is truly an inspiring woman. Fit as a fiddle she is the oldest Panchayat President in TN.''
''Her infectious smile & unbridled enthusiasm are so heartwarming. When I asked her the secret of her fitness and positive attitude, she tells me it's all about eating simple home-cooked traditional meals like millets and working all day in her agricultural field,'' Ms Sahu wrote further, along with a picture and a video of their interaction in Tamil.
Arittapatti, under Veerammal Amma's leadership, is also notable for being the first Biodiversity Heritage Site in Madurai.
Since being shared, many have been moved by it and have praised her spirit and tenacity, while others have praised her dedication to the advancement of her town.
One user wrote, ''Special tribute & salutes to Verrammal Amma for her relentless and undaunted spirit. May God bless her with lots of courage and strength to work forward.''
"Very Rare ...to see..She is the proven record of Women Empowerment," another commented.
A third wrote, ''Simple living is the best living always.''
A fourth added, ''So Wonderful To Bring Out These Beautiful Real Stories Deep From The Rural Part Of Arittapatti. These Are Real Motivating Stories. To Have A Panchayat President Of 89 Years And So Fit And Effective Leader. She Should Be Given A Prestigious Award For A Great Contribution.''
Arittapatti holds the distinction of being Madurai's first Biodiversity Heritage site. Her story has left inspired and many lauded her energy and determination, while others saluted her commitment to her community's development
One user wrote, ''Special tribute & salutes to Verrammal Amma for her relentless and undaunted spirit. May God bless her with lots of courage and strength to work forward.''
"Very Rare ...to see..She is the proven record of Women Empowerment," another commented.
A third wrote, ''Simple living is the best living always.''
A fourth added, ''So Wonderful To Bring Out These Beautiful Real Stories Deep From The Rural Part Of Arittapatti. These Are Real Motivating Stories. To Have A Panchayat President Of 89 Years And So Fit And Effective Leader. She Should Be Given A Prestigious Award For A Great Contribution."
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