Archive · 30 Nov 2025
PM Modi Urges Participation in Kashi-Tamil Sangamam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked about the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam in his radio show, Mann ki Baat.
This event is about learning Tamil and celebrating the culture of Tamil Nadu and Varanasi.
It starts on December 2 in Varanasi.
Modi said it's a great chance for people to learn something new and meet new friends.
He also talked about giving gifts made by Indian artists to world leaders at the G-20 summit.
These gifts show the amazing craftsmanship of different places in India.
Modi urged everyone to support local products and be proud of India's culture and traditions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to participate in the 4th edition of the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam, starting on December 2 in Varanasi.
The theme of this year's event is 'Tamil Karkalam' or 'Learn Tamil', focusing on the confluence of the world's oldest language and one of the world's oldest cities.
Modi described the event as an important platform for those attached to the Tamil language and a chance to learn something new and meet new people.
He also highlighted his recent gifts to world leaders at the G-20 summit, showcasing Indian craftsmanship from various states.
Modi urged everyone to support the 'vocal for local' campaign and be proud of India's culture and traditions.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citizens of India, participants from Tamil Nadu and Varanasi
- What
- Kashi-Tamil Sangamam, a cultural and educational exchange event
- When
- December 2, 2023
- Where
- Namo Ghat, Varanasi
- Why
- To promote learning of the Tamil language and cultural exchange between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi, and to strengthen the spirit of 'Ek Bharat-Shrestha Bharat'
- Event Name
- Kashi-Tamil Sangamam
- Edition
- 4th
- Theme
- Tamil Karkalam (Learn Tamil)
- Start Date
- December 2, 2023
- Location
- Namo Ghat, Varanasi
- PM Modi's Address
- Mann ki Baat (128th episode)
- Gifts to World Leaders
- Bronze Nataraja statue, silver horse replica, silver Buddha replica, silver mirror, brass urli
- Cultural Connection
- INS Mahe named after a place with rich historical heritage
