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Kashi-Tamil Sangamam: Cultural Link Highlighted at Pongal

15 January 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSKashi-TamilSangamam: CulturalLink Highlighted atPongal15 January 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

While marking Pongal in New Delhi and in a blog, the Prime Minister presented Kashi-Tamil Sangamam as proof of India’s unity amid diversity and a tribute to Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.

About Kashi-Tamil Sangamam

It is a cultural, academic and people-to-people exchange celebrating the civilisational ties between Kashi (Varanasi) and Tamil Nadu.

Key facts

  • First edition: 2022.
  • Tholkappiyam translation: 4 Indian languages and 6 foreign languages.
  • Sage Agastya Vehicle Expedition: travelled from Tenkasi to Kashi.
  • Indian Railways ran special trains.
  • The valedictory function of the 2025 edition was in Rameswaram.

Exam angle

  • Linked initiative: Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.
  • Pairing: Kashi (Varanasi) and Tamil Nadu.
  • Ancient text translated: Tholkappiyam.

Test yourself

1. Kashi-Tamil Sangamam celebrates civilisational links between Kashi and which State?

It links Varanasi (Kashi) and Tamil Nadu.

2. In which year was the first Kashi-Tamil Sangamam held?

The first edition was in 2022.

3. Which ancient Tamil text was translated into 4 Indian and 6 foreign languages as part of Kashi-Tamil Sangamam?

Tholkappiyam translations were a highlight.

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