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Modi Gifts Putin Russian Translation of Tamil Classic 'Thirukkural'
✍️ TOI India
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 10:40 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with a Russian translation of the Tamil classic Thirukkural, a text that offers guidance on morality, governance and peace.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with a Russian translation of the Tamil classic Thirukkural during a diplomatic ceremony. The Thirukkural, composed by the ancient poet Thiruvalluvar, contains 1,330 couplets that offer guidance on morality, governance and affection. Modi highlighted that the text also addresses conflict resolution and advocates peace, underscoring his stance on resolving the Ukraine crisis.
By gifting the translated work, Modi aimed to showcase the universal appeal of Tamil wisdom and strengthen cultural ties between India and Russia.
The gesture reflects India’s commitment to promoting dialogue and peaceful solutions in international conflicts, aligning with Modi’s diplomatic approach.
By gifting the translated work, Modi aimed to showcase the universal appeal of Tamil wisdom and strengthen cultural ties between India and Russia.
The gesture reflects India’s commitment to promoting dialogue and peaceful solutions in international conflicts, aligning with Modi’s diplomatic approach.