About Rajiv Gandhi Memorial
Rajiv Gandhi Memorial is a national memorial located at Sriperumbudur in Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu, about 40 km southwest of Chennai on NH 48. It marks the site where former Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated on 21 May 1991. Built by the Government of Tamil Nadu and inaugurated in 2003, the memorial features landscaped gardens, seven pillars, stone pathways and an exhibition area commemorating the event.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a quiet, landscaped memorial complex set around the exact spot of the 1991 incident. The site includes a central memorial stone, seven pillars symbolizing values, manicured lawns, tree-lined pathways, and a small exhibition with photographs and information panels. The environment is solemn and park-like, suitable for walking, quiet reflection, sightseeing and photography in permitted areas.
Key highlights
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Memorial stone marking the exact site of the 1991 incident
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Seven tall pillars representing core values
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Landscaped gardens and tree-lined pathways
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Photographic exhibition and information panels about Rajiv Gandhi
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Peaceful, well-maintained park setting on Chennai-Bengaluru Highway
History of Rajiv Gandhi Memorial
The memorial marks the site where former Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated on 21 May 1991 during an election campaign meeting at Sriperumbudur. The Government of Tamil Nadu developed the memorial at the site, which was inaugurated in 2003. It serves as a commemorative structure preserving the location and providing historical information through photographs and exhibits.
Culture & Context
The site serves as a national commemorative place for remembrance of a former Prime Minister and is visited for reflection on contemporary Indian history. It is maintained as a solemn public memorial with landscaped gardens intended for quiet visitation.
Route
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