From death row to award-winning author, C. Selvam expresses remorse, reflects on the families of his victims
C. Selvam, a death‑row convict, authored the prison memoir 'Oru Thooku Kaithiyin Vaakumoolam' and has expressed remorse while reflecting on the families of his victims. The book was chosen for the Iyal Award, presented by the Canada‑based Tamil Literary Garden. The recognition highlights his transformation and the literary value of his account and the broader conversation about justice.