E.V.R. Nagamayar Corporation Girls Higher Secondary School is one of the historic and socially significant girls’ schools in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It is a government-run institution operating under the Madurai City Municipal Corporation.
📜 Historical Background:
- The school is named after Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, a great social reformer and rationalist, and Nagammai, his wife and a pioneer in women’s rights and education.
- Nagammai was an early advocate for women’s empowerment and was actively involved in encouraging girls’ education during a time it was rare.
- The school was established with the aim of providing quality education for girls, especially from middle- and lower-income backgrounds, in the heart of Madurai.
🎓 Highlights:
- Managed by the Madurai Municipal Corporation.
- Located in South Veli Street, Periyar area, Madurai Main, making it easily accessible to students from various parts of the city.
- Emphasizes both academic excellence and social awareness.
Address:
South Veli Street, Periyar, Madurai Main, Madurai, Tamil Nadu – 625001
