Coimbatore, Nov. 4 -- Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin on Wednesday expressed happiness after visiting the Periyar Arivulagam in Gandhipuram, Coimbatore, and urged youngsters to make use of libraries, read books and gain knowledge to contribute to the state's progress.

Stalin visited the Periyar study centre after laying the foundation stone for the construction of the integrated DMK district headquarters on a 50-cent plot at Nilambur in Coimbatore.

Students gathered at the centre and welcomed him with cheers.

Speaking to reporters after his visit, Stalin said, "I am happy to see this facility. However, due to the large gathering, I could not inspect the entire complex. I would like to visit again."

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