Arcot Veeraswami had been the electricity minister, during the rule of DMK under the leadership of “
Karunanidhi
.” Veeraswami was born in the year 1937. He is celebrating his 80th birthday, this year. Mauritius’ Vice President, Paramasivam Pillai Vaiyapuri has been in India to take part in various events. On his trip to Tamilnadu, he heard that the former DMK Minister Arcot N Veeraswami is celebrating his 80th birthday on 21st April 2017. So, he visited him and wished him in advance for his birthday. Dr. VRS Sampath, Veeraswami’s wife Kasthuri Veeraswami and his son Dr. Kalanithi Veeraswami were there along with Veeraswami, during the visit of Paramasivam Pillai Vaiyapuri.