{"id":13945,"date":"2025-12-12T14:06:21","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T08:36:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=13945"},"modified":"2025-12-12T14:06:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T08:36:21","slug":"kashi-tamil-sangamam-4-0","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=13945","title":{"rendered":"Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

\nReconnecting Knowledge Traditions, Cultures and Communities<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Posted On: 01 DEC 2025 11:16AM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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  • Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 begins on\u00a0December 2, 2025, carrying forward the cultural and civilisational link between Tamil Nadu and Kashi.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
  • The edition is anchored in\u00a0\u201cLet Us Learn Tamil \u2013 Tamil Karkalam,\u201d\u00a0placing Tamil language learning and linguistic unity at the centre of the Sangamam.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
  • Key programmes include\u00a0Tamil Karkalam\u00a0(Tamil teaching in Varanasi schools),\u00a0Tamil Karpom\u00a0(Tamil learning study tours for 300 students from the Kashi region), and the\u00a0Sage\u00a0Agastya Vehicle Expedition\u00a0(tracing the civilisational route from Tenkasi to Kashi).<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
  • This year\u2019s Sangamam will conclude with a\u00a0grand Valedictory Function at Rameswaram, symbolically completing the cultural arc from Kashi to Tamil Nadu.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Reweaving an Ancient Bond: What is Kashi Tamil Sangamam?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Source: Kashi Tamil Sangamam website<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Kashi Tamil Sangamam is a celebration of a relationship that has lived in the Indian imagination for centuries. For countless pilgrims, scholars and seekers, the journey between Tamil Nadu and Kashi was never just a physical passage\u2014it was a movement of ideas, philosophies, languages and living traditions. The Sangamam draws from this spirit, bringing alive a bond that has quietly shaped India\u2019s cultural landscape for generations.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Launched in 2022, during the nationwide observance of\u00a0Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav\u2014when India was reflecting on 75 years of its independence and rediscovering the depth of its civilisational heritage\u2014the Sangamam emerged as a purposeful effort to reaffirm the cultural continuity that binds the country. In that spirit of looking inward and celebrating India\u2019s timeless strengths,\u00a0Kashi Tamil Sangamam\u00a0provided a national platform to spotlight an ancient connect that has guided spiritual thought, artistic expression and scholarly exchange for centuries.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The initiative embodies the essence of\u00a0Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, encouraging people to understand and appreciate the richness of cultures beyond their own. Anchored by the Ministry of Education, with IIT Madras and Banaras Hindu University serving as the principal knowledge partners, and participation of ten ministries including Railways, Culture, Tourism, Textiles and Youth Affairs & Sports, and UP Government, Kashi Tamil Sangamam brings together students, artisans, scholars, spiritual leaders, teachers and cultural practitioners of the two regions together, facilitating exchange of ideas, cultural practices\u00a0 and traditional knowledge between them. \u00a0Each edition of the Sangamam involved students, teachers, artisans, scholars, spiritual leaders, and cultural practitioners from Tamil Nadu visiting Kashi for a week to ten days, during which they visited temples of Kashi, all centres having Tamil linkages and neighbouring areas like Ayodhya and Prayagraj. They participated in seminars, talks, cultural programmes, sporting events and exhibitions in which they interacted with their Kashi counterparts.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0: \u2018Tamil Karkalam\u2019 \u2013 Let Us Learn Tamil<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 marks the next chapter in this growing cultural confluence, expanding both its scale and ambition. Scheduled to begin on 2nd<\/sup>December 2025, this edition retains the essence of the earlier Sangamams, while introducing a sharper emphasis on linguistic learning and academic exchange. The celebrations will culminate in a Valedictory Function at Rameswaram, symbolically completing the journey from Kashi\u2014one of North India\u2019s holiest centres\u2014to one of the most revered sites of Tamil spiritual heritage. This north-to-south arc reflects the very spirit of the Sangamam: a bridge between two vibrant cultural geographies.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The heart of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 lies in its theme,\u00a0\u201cLet Us Learn Tamil \u2013 Tamil Karkalam.\u201d\u00a0This edition places Tamil language learning at the center of its vision, carrying forward the belief that all Indian languages belong to a shared\u00a0Bharatiya Bhasha<\/em>\u00a0family. The theme conveys a simple but powerful message: linguistic diversity strengthens cultural unity. This year\u2019s edition also introduces a stronger educational focus, with an emphasis on language-based cultural exchange and youth engagement. It takes the idea of cultural oneness beyond symbolism, by creating opportunities for students from the Kashi region to immerse themselves in the Tamil language and experience Tamil Nadu\u2019s rich heritage firsthand.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    In keeping with this expanded vision,\u00a0more than 1,400 delegates from Tamil Nadu\u00a0belonging to seven\u00a0broad categories\u2014students, teachers, writers and media professionals, those from agriculture and allied sectors, professionals and artisans, women, and spiritual scholars- will participate in events at Kashi. Their participation ensures that the spirit of the theme reaches diverse sections of society, making Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 both inclusive and far-reaching in its impact.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0: Key Initiatives<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Teaching Tamil to Students in Uttar Pradesh \u2013 \u201cLet Us Learn Tamil \u2013 Tamil Karkalam\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    A central initiative of this edition is the structured introduction of Tamil learning, specifically in the Kashi region.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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    • 50 Hindi-knowing Tamil teachers, including DBHPS Pracharaks, will be deployed in 50 schools across Varanasi from 2nd<\/sup>\u00a0December to 15th<\/sup>\u00a0December 2025.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
    • They will undergo training at the\u00a0Central Institute of Classical Tamil (CICT)\u00a0before arriving in Uttar Pradesh.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
    • Each teacher will conduct\u00a0short-term spoken Tamil modules\u00a0for batches of\u00a030 students, covering basic conversation, pronunciation and alphabets.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
    • In total,\u00a01,500 students\u00a0will learn introductory Tamil through this initiative.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
    • The Tamil Department of BHU, CIIL Mysuru, IRCTC and the Varanasi administration are supporting coordination and logistics.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      This initiative represents a significant step towards expanding Tamil learning outside Tamil Nadu and promoting linguistic inclusivity.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Learn Tamil While Visiting Tamil Nadu \u2013 Study Tour Programme<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Complementing Tamil teaching in Uttar Pradesh is a large-scale educational immersion for youth from the Kashi region.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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      • 300 college students\u00a0from Uttar Pradesh will visit Tamil Nadu in\u00a010 batches\u00a0to learn Tamil language.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • They will attend an orientation at Central Institute of Classical Tamil\u00a0(CICT) Chennai, followed by Tamil language classes and cultural sessions conducted at leading institutions across the state.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Each institution will host the students, provide subject coordinators and organise\u00a0study tours\u00a0to sites associated with historic Tamil\u2013Kashi linkages.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • All students will receive certificates of participation.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        List of Institutes:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
        Batch No.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nName of Institute<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        1 and 2<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nIIT Madras (2 Batches of Students)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        3<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nCentral University, Pondicherry<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        4<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGandhigram Rural Institute, Deemed University, Dindugal<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        5<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBharatiya Vidya Bhavan<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        6<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nSri Sankara Arts and Science College, Enathur, Kanchipuram<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        7<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nSri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Mahavidyalaya, Kanchipuram<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        8<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nKongunadu Arts & Science College, Coimbatore<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        9<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nShastra University, Thanjavur<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        10<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGanadipathy Tulsi’s Jain Engineering College (GTEC), Vellore<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

        The programme ensures that young learners from North India gain direct exposure to Tamil language, heritage and contemporary cultural practices.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Sage Agastya Vehicle Expedition (SAVE)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        One of the most symbolic initiatives of KTS 4.0 is the\u00a0Sage\u00a0Agastya Vehicle Expedition (SAVE), which retraces a civilisational route deeply embedded in Tamil and Indian tradition.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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        • The expedition begins in\u00a0Tenkasi (Tamil Nadu) on 2nd<\/sup>\u00a0December 2025\u00a0and reaches\u00a0Kashi on 10th<\/sup>\u00a0December 2025.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
        • It follows the legendary path associated with\u00a0Sage Agastya, reflecting Tamil Nadu\u2019s contribution to Indian knowledge systems.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
        • The journey also honours the legacy of\u00a0Pandiyan ruler Adi Veera Parakrama Pandiyan, who travelled north to spread the message of cultural oneness and built a Shiva temple, leading to the naming of\u00a0Tenkasi<\/em>\u00a0(\u201cDakshin Kashi\u201d).<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
        • Along its route, the expedition highlights civilisational linkages from the\u00a0Chera, Chola, Pandya, Pallava, Chalukya and Vijayanagara\u00a0periods.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
        • It also promotes awareness of\u00a0classical Tamil literature, Siddha medicine, and shared heritage traditions.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          This expedition symbolises the deep historical movement of ideas, culture and spiritual learning between Tamil Nadu and Kashi.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          From 1.0 to 4.0: Journey of Kashi Tamil Sangamam<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          Since its inception in 2022, Kashi Tamil Sangamam has developed into a structured cultural and educational engagement between Tamil Nadu and Kashi. Each edition has expanded its scope through curated delegations, thematic focus areas, academic interactions, and heritage experiences, steadily strengthening the civilisational relationship between the two regions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          Kashi Tamil Sangamam 1.0 (November \u2013 December 2022)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          The inaugural edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam in\u00a02022, inaugurated by PM Shri Narendra Modi,\u00a0set the foundation for the cultural bridge that continues to strengthen through subsequent editions. The first edition, held from\u00a016th<\/sup>November to 15th<\/sup>December 2022, brought the cultural bond between Tamil Nadu and Kashi into public focus in a large, immersive format.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          Key Highlights:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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          • 2,500+ participants\u00a0from Tamil Nadu across\u00a012 diverse groups\u2014students, teachers, artisans, farmers, writers, spiritual leaders, professionals and cultural practitioners.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
          • Eight-day curated tours\u00a0covering Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
          • Visits to major cultural and spiritual sites:\u00a0Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Kedar Ghat, Sarnath, and Tamil heritage pockets in Kashi.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
          • A visit to the\u00a0ancestral house of MahakaviSubramania Bharati\u00a0and interactions with Tamil-speaking communities in the city.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
          • Daily cultural programmes at\u00a0BHU\u00a0featuring artists from Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
          • Exhibitions showcasing\u00a0handlooms, handicrafts, ODOP products, books and traditional cuisine.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
          • Academic sessions, lecture-demonstrations and community interactions that explored historical and literary ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            This inaugural edition established the model of the Sangamam\u2014bringing people together through heritage, culture, scholarship and direct exchange\u2014and laid a strong foundation for all subsequent editions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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            Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2.0 (December 2023)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

            Held from\u00a017th<\/sup>to 30th<\/sup>December 2023\u00a0at\u00a0Namo Ghat, Varanasi, the second edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam expanded the scale and depth of the cultural exchange established in the inaugural year.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

            Key Highlights of KTS 2.0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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            • 1,435 delegates\u00a0from Tamil Nadu across seven diverse categories participated in curated eight-day tours covering Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya, including visits to major spiritual and Tamil-heritage sites such as Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sarnath and Subramania Bharati\u2019s house.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
            • The edition introduced the\u00a0first-ever real-time Tamil translation\u00a0of the Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister\u2019s address, ensuring seamless communication with delegates.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
            • Daily cultural programmes at\u00a0Namo Ghat\u00a0showcased classical, folk and contemporary performances from both states, alongside\u00a0seven themed academic sessions, including a special Agastya Jayanti session.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
            • A major exhibition featuring\u00a0handlooms, handicrafts, ODOP products, books and regional cuisine\u00a0recorded\u00a0\u20b922 lakh\u00a0in sales and attracted more than\u00a02 lakh visitors.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              • Strong digital footprint, with a campaign reach of\u00a08.5 crore citizens\u00a0(Brand24) and\u00a08 million (80 lakh) total reach\u00a0with\u00a02.5 lakh interactions\u00a0across official KTS social media handles.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 (February 2025)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                The third edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam, held from\u00a015th<\/sup>\u00a0to 24th<\/sup>\u00a0February 2025, expanded the cultural and intellectual bridge between Tamil Nadu and Kashi with a deeper thematic focus.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                Key Highlights of KTS 3.0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                • A dedicated thematic focus on\u00a0Sage Agasthyar, with exhibitions and discussions highlighting his contributions to literature, linguistics, philosophy and Bharatiya knowledge traditions.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                • Visits to culturally significant sites across\u00a0Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya, including the\u00a0Mahakumbh Mela 2025\u00a0at Prayagraj and the newly inaugurated\u00a0Ram Mandir, offering delegates an immersive spiritual and cultural experience.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                • Workshops, seminars and interdisciplinary sessions connecting ancient Tamil knowledge systems with\u00a0modern research, innovation and contemporary education, aligned with NEP 2020\u2019s emphasis on Indian knowledge traditions.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                • Participation from diverse groups \u2014 students, teachers, writers, artisans, entrepreneurs, women\u2019s collectives, DBHPS Pracharaks and youth innovators \u2014 enabling meaningful cross-regional exchange and deeper community connect.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  KTS 3.0 strengthened the Sangamam\u2019s role as a platform where tradition and modernity meet, reinforcing the civilisational continuity between Tamil Nadu and Kashi through learning, dialogue and shared cultural experience.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                  Strengthening the Kashi \u2013 Tamil Bond: A Lasting Cultural Continuum<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                  Across its four editions,\u00a0Kashi Tamil Sangamam\u00a0has shown how cultural exchange becomes truly transformative when rooted in lived experience.Each edition has added a distinct dimension to this journey: the large-scale cultural immersion of\u00a0KTS 1.0, the expanded public participation and thematic engagements of\u00a0KTS 2.0, and the knowledge-centred, Sage Agasthyar-focused discourse of\u00a0KTS 3.0. With\u00a0KTS 4.0, the Sangamam enters a new phase by placing Tamil language learning at the forefront, enabling two-way linguistic engagement through Tamil Karkalam, Tamil Karpom, and structured study tours.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                  Together, these editions illustrate how the Sangamam has moved beyond a commemorative programme into a\u00a0continuing cultural pathway. Delegates rediscover Tamil heritage in Kashi\u2019s ghats and temples; students from Uttar Pradesh experience Tamil Nadu firsthand; teachers introduce Tamil to new learners; and communities in both regions connect over literature, crafts, cuisine and shared spiritual traditions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                  This cumulative journey mirrors the core vision of\u00a0Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, where national unity is strengthened through familiarity with each other\u2019s languages, traditions and perspectives. The rediscovery of ancient linkages\u2014highlighted through initiatives like the Sage Agastya Vehicle Expedition\u2014and the creation of contemporary learning spaces in schools, universities and cultural venues reflect the EBSB emphasis on year-round cultural exchange, linguistic appreciation and youth-driven participation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                  As\u00a0Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0\u00a0unfolds with a renewed linguistic and educational focus, it reinforces the idea that cultural understanding is built through consistent interaction. By nurturing heritage, encouraging language learning, and enabling meaningful people-to-people contact, the Sangamam stands today as a\u00a0lasting cultural continuum\u2014deepening the timeless relationship between Tamil Nadu and Kashi and enriching India\u2019s unity through\u00a0shared civilisational experience.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                  Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 Reconnecting Knowledge Traditions, Cultures and Communities Posted On: 01 DEC 2025 11:16AM by PIB Delhi Key Takeaways Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 begins on\u00a0December 2, 2025, carrying forward the cultural and civilisational link between Tamil Nadu and Kashi. The edition is anchored in\u00a0\u201cLet Us Learn Tamil \u2013 Tamil Karkalam,\u201d\u00a0placing Tamil language learning …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13945","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-education-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13945","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=13945"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13945\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13947,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13945\/revisions\/13947"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=13945"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=13945"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=13945"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}