Gujarat will be hosting the beautiful event of two diverse nations and lifestyles coming together, the Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam. This two-week-long event will be held in Somnath from April 17 to 30. The function aims to promote and preserve the rich culture and heritage of Tamil Nadu and Saurashtra. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Somnath to be a part of the inaugural function.
Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam
Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam is a celebration of the centuries-old cultural ties between the two diverse regions of Tamil Nadu and Gujarat. The event will be modelled keeping the Kashi Sangam in mind.
It is a special activity that promotes regular and enhanced communication between people from the two regions.
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Many people were compelled to relocate from Saurashtra in Gujarat centuries ago and create new settlements in Tamil Nadu’s areas around Madurai, now known as Tamil Saurashtrian, as a result of invasions between 600 and 1000 years ago. A special event has been planned to let people reconnect with their ancestral homeland and explore topics including industry, handicraft, education, culture, and sports.
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Special Trains From Tamil Nadu To Gujarat
State government spokesperson Rushikesh Patel mentioned that special trains from Tamil Nadu will come to Gujarat for this special event. From April 14, special trains will run from Madurai every day. It will be carrying about 300 invited guests to attend the Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam.
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The occasion will showcase an exhibition of the handicrafts, handlooms, food, art, and culture of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. There will also be discussions and seminars on the Ramayana and Mahabharata that are available in Tamil, Saurashtra, and Gujarati literature, as well as classical dance and music, folk music, concerts, and debates.
Through a healthy exchange of knowledge-sharing experiences via events, visits, and talks, people from the two cultures will get to know more about each other.
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