The central government has announced "Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam" on the lines of the Kashi Sangamam to be held in Saurashtra from 17th April 2023 onwards. The program will rediscover, reaffirm and celebrate the over 1,000-year-old emigration and contribution of Saurashtrian Tamils.
At the press conference organized in the city, the dignitaries launched an iconic logo, theme song, and a registration portal for participants.
Over 3,000 participants will be offered a once-in-a-life glimpse into the life of Saurashtrian Tamils, history, art, and the economic activities in and around Saurashtra.
The Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam is a program that highlights the oneness of India's culture by narrating untold histories of how a community emigrated to Tamil Nadu and their contributions to the country. Addressing the press conference, Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilisers "This is an excellent initiative by the Modi government that enables a once-in-a-life reunion. This program will offer students and academicians to learn the history of Saurashtrians."
Dr Mandaviya further added, "The program imparts crucial lessons on oneness in our culture. In the words of PM Narendra Modi, this is Ek Bharat, Shreshta Bharat. The Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam will showcase illustrious professionals from Saurashtra and Tamil Nadu. This is an opportunity to visit Saurashtra and feel the energetic atmosphere."
Kunvarjibhai Bavaliya, Minister of State for Water resources and Water supply, Government of Gujarat, said, "Thanks to the vision of PM Narendra Modi, Saurashtrians are as closer to their Janani - Gujarat as their mother Tamil Nadu. I wish all my Saurashtrian brothers and sisters a great experience when they arrive in Saurashtra."