Celebrating Tagore: His Legacy Across Continents

Prime Minister Modi reflects on Rabindranath Tagore's profound impact as a writer and institution builder, highlighting his enduring legacy. Modi also praises an organization in Chile promoting Buddha's teachings, emphasizing their timeless relevance. With upcoming cultural festivals, the message of peace and nature's harmony is underscored.

As India prepares for the 165th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the luminary's contributions beyond literature, emphasizing his role in shaping esteemed institutions.

In his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat,' Modi also commended a Chilean organization advocating Lord Buddha's teachings, asserting their continuous significance. The upcoming 'Pochishe Boishakh' on May 9 will be a national celebration of Tagore's birth.

Modi pointed out the influence of 'Rabindra Sangeet' worldwide and shared personal insights from his visits to Shantiniketan. He highlighted an ongoing Chilean effort to integrate Buddhism's principles into daily life, resonating globally. Modi underlined the current relevance of nature-focused Buddhist lessons, spotlighting India's initiatives like Karim Monastery in Karnataka.