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S. Jagannathan

Shri S. Jagannathan

  • 1988
  • Jamnalal Bajaj Award for Constructive Work
Like his wife Krishnamma, he too devoted himself to The Bhoodan and Gramdan movements in Tamilnadu and contributed immensely to JP's Total Revolution. Established Association of Sarva Seva Farms (ASSEFA) which made great headway in many states attempting an agro-based village development. All his work is enthused by Gandhiji's concept of Gram Swaraj - a just and happy social oder in villages.Pattaligal Pannai Ashram,Valivalam P.O. Thanjavur Dist,(Tamil Nadu) - 61020 .... Read More
Krishnammal Jagannathan

Smt. Krishnammal Jagannathan

  • 1988
  • Jamnalal Bajaj Award for Constructive Work
Born in a dalit family. Took part in every Sarvodaya movement including Jayprakash Narayan’s Total Revolution. Dedicated whole life motivating and leading landless dalits to put up non-violent resistance for recovering their land illegally held by landlords. Established LAFTI, an organization to implement a viable alternative- purchase the land from the landlords with the help of Bank loans, distribute it equitably among the landless dalits and then organize them for cooperative cultiva .... Read More