Word: reddiar
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...Madras City, Premier Ramaswami Reddiar gave him a garland of roses that almost smothered him. Half a million enthusiasts turned out to greet him. As their idol passed, standing in an open grey Buick touring car (hired from a local millionaire), Madrasis clapped wildly and yelled: "Jawaharlal Nehru ki jai!"-Victory to Jawaharlal Nehru. In response Nehru closed palms in front of his chest. This traditional Hindu namasthe (greeting) is as much a part of his public manner as was the V sign for Churchill...