Kashi Tamil Sangamam

The Kashi Tamil Sangamam is an annual event organized to celebrate the cultural and civilizational bonds between Kashi (Varanasi) and Tamil Nadu. The third edition of this event was held from February 15 to 24, 2025.

Key Highlights

• Union External Affairs Minister along with 45 ambassadors, engaged with Tamil delegates in Varanasi.
• The event provided an opportunity to showcase the connection between the cultures of Kashi and Kanchipuram.
• The Minister emphasized India's unity in diversity and its rich cultural heritage.
• The significance of traditions in advancing technology was highlighted, with Indian universities conducting research in drone and space technology.

International Perspectives

• Tamil delegate Rajesh Kumar discussed India's growing global role and perspectives on its diversity.
• The Ambassador of Somalia praised India's example of coexistence and social harmony.
• Diplomats from Eritrea, Rwanda, and Iceland recognized India's strength in diversity and social harmony.
• The High Commissioner of Jamaica proposed collaborations to explore shared histories and proposed a center for Caribbean Studies in India.

Event Organization

• The event was organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh government and other ministries.
• The focus was on celebrating the ancient civilizational bond between Tamil Nadu and Kashi.
• The main theme this year revolved around Sage Agasthyar's contributions to the Siddha system of medicine and classical Tamil literature.