The School that Connects Bharatiar, VOC, and Manonmaniam Sundaranar

Welcome to M D T Hindu College Higher Secondary School, the alma mater of Mahakavi Sri Subramania Bharatiar, one of the greatest poets and a freedom fighter. This historic institution has a rich and fascinating history that dates back to 1859, when it was founded as the Anglo Vernacular School by the Hindu Saiva Clan of Tirunelveli.

Over the years, the school has undergone several transformations. In 1861, it was moved to its present location in Junction and renamed Hindu Kalasalai. In 1878, it was renamed Hindu College and later upgraded to a first-grade college in 1924, thanks to its exemplary service.

During the Great Depression of 1929, the college faced a severe financial crisis. But in 1936, Diraviam Pillai, a philanthropist from Madurai, came to its aid with a generous donation of One Lakh rupees. In recognition of his contribution, the college was renamed "The Madurai Diraviyam Thayumanavar Hindu College," or simply M D T Hindu College.

Today, the college has shifted to Pettai, but the original site still functions as the Higher Secondary School. Visitors can see a statue of Bharatiar at the entrance and a large painting of him in the classroom where he studied, which is named "Nattrankaal" in his honor.

The school's rich history also includes the claim that Shri V.O.Chidambaranar, a famous Indian freedom fighter and journalist, was also a student here. And let's not forget that Manonmaniam Sundaranar Pillai, the author of Tamil Thai Vazhththu, was the first principal of Hindu College.

So, if you're a history buff or just interested in learning about the great minds that have passed through these hallowed halls, a visit to M D T Hindu College Higher Secondary School is a must-do on your next trip to Tirunelveli. 

Happy travelling.