Chennai, Sept 12:
Solomon Pappiah, 90, who was also a former college professor, died on Friday after being hospitalised due to age-related health issues. He was widely known for his role as a Pattimandram moderator and had won a special place in the hearts of Tamil-speaking people.
His body has been kept at his residence in Gnanoli Puram for the public to pay their last respects. Several people have been visiting the house to offer their tributes. The final rites are scheduled to be held laterĀ on Saturday.
Announcing the state honours, Minister Nirmal Kumar said the decision was taken following requests from Tamil scholars and several others. The last rites of the veteran Tamil scholar and Pattimandram moderator will accordingly be conducted with state honours.