Legendary social activist Traffic Ramaswamy has passed away at the age of 87 at the Rajiv Gandhi Government Hospital in Chennai where he was under treatment for the past few weeks. He reportedly was ailing from age-related ailments and is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren.

The diminutive Ramaswamy came to be known by his famous name due to his volunteering efforts to help the traffic police during peak hours at the Paris and Central signals. He then started filing public interest litigations (PIL) against ruling parties and the politicians in general.

There have been numerous social causes for which Traffic Ramaswamy fought and braved the beatings of political goons and almost lost his life but fought on undeterred. All through his life he had been advocating against the placing of large hoardings on the roads by politicians and film personalities. His fight in the high court after a techie Subashree died due to a hoarding falling on her was instrumental for a law to be passed against the threat.

Traffic Ramaswamy proved in his life that a strong body or a towering personality is not necessary to become a hero and it takes courage and a strong will to serve society. He will be remembered as The One Man Army of Chennai and remain a strong inspiration to anyone who is socially conscious. Indiaglitz salutes the most respected Traffic Ramaswamy and pray for the true warriors soul to rest in peace.