Chronicles of Old Singapore

Rajandeeren Kanayan – Silat & Gan Eng Seng School, Blair Plain Part 2 | Chronicles of Old Singapore

June 14, 2026·45 min
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Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Rajandeeren Kanayan recalls his schooldays at historic Gan Eng Seng, the school of choice for those staying in the port area. He also endured torturous sea journeys to India and sold kueh and newspapers as a youngster. Today, Rajandeeren reflects on how Tanjong Pagar has changed as Singapore has evolved and his close ties to India. The past, no matter how nostalgic, can never be brought back again.Part 1 | https://youtu.be/fnQd1vRvS-Q Part 2 | https://youtu.be/h3zEdSfmoMc00:00 Gan Eng Seng School05:57 School Crest: Onward!12:00 Schooling in the ‘60s15:37 My Father in the Harbour Board & PSA20:32 Torturous Journeys to India24:50 My Ties with India27:06 My Mother in the Household29:18 Hawking Adventures40:06 Back to Tanjong Pagar & Reflections

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