Celebrating the Legacy of Tamil Poet Mahakavi Subramania Bharathi
Political leaders across India pay tribute to Mahakavi Subramania Bharathi on his 143rd birth anniversary, celebrating his contributions to Tamil literature and India's freedom movement. Recognized for his advocacy for women's rights and equality, Bharathi's influence continues to inspire efforts toward a just society.
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Leaders from diverse political backgrounds paid tribute to Mahakavi Subramania Bharathi on his 143rd birth anniversary, highlighting his enduring impact on Tamil literature and social reform. Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted Bharathi's role in igniting India's cultural conscience through powerful poetry.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised Bharathi as a pioneer of modern Tamil literature, commending his fearlessness against colonial oppression and his contributions to advancing an equitable society. Highlighting Bharathi's wisdom, Shah emphasized his lasting inspirational legacy.
Moreover, the Government of India has instituted the 'Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav', a festival to honor Bharathi's linguistic contributions, fostering national unity through the celebration of Indian languages.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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