New Delhi, Dec 2 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, is set to take part in the opening ceremony of the fourth edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) in the sacred city of Varanasi on Tuesday.

This initiative builds on the success of earlier editions, reinforcing the cultural and intellectual connections between Tamil Nadu and Kashi, reflecting the essence of “Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat”.

The formal inauguration at Namo Ghat is expected to be graced by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi, Puducherry Lieutenant Governor K. Kailash Nath, alongside several other esteemed guests.

During the visit, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is anticipated to stop by the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Kaal Bhairav Temple for darshan. A total of over 1,400 delegates are anticipated to attend this year's event.

The theme for KTS 4.0 is “Let us Learn Tamil - Tamil Karkalam”.

This theme serves as a unifying aspect of the event, conveying the message that all Indian languages are part of one Bharatiya Bhasha family.

The initiative aspires to promote Tamil in various regions of the country, symbolizing cultural unity and broadening the scope of ancient wisdom preserved in classical Tamil texts and their translation into other Indian languages.

It not only celebrates India's linguistic diversity but also highlights the rich heritage of Tamil language and literature.

Traditional performers from Tamil Nadu will collaborate with local artists in Varanasi to showcase a cultural performance that reflects India’s rich heritage.

Recently, a special train departed from Kanyakumari to Varanasi carrying the first group of students attending KTS 4.0. This group includes 43 students from Kanyakumari, 86 from Tiruchirappalli, and 87 from Chennai.

They are set to arrive in Varanasi on Tuesday, where they will participate in a brief tour before joining the inaugural program that evening.

Upon their arrival, delegates to the Tamil Sangamam will first visit Hanuman Ghat for a holy dip in the Ganga, followed by visits to temples linked with South Indian traditions, deepening their understanding of the historical context.

They are also scheduled to visit Kashi Vishwanath Dham and receive prasad at Maa Annapurna Rasoi. Following this, the group will tour the renowned Banaras Hindu University (BHU) to attend academic sessions and explore significant locations on the campus.

The inaugural KTS event took place from November 16 to December 15 in 2022, organized by the Ministry of Education in partnership with the Uttar Pradesh government.

Last year, more than 2,500 individuals from Tamil Nadu, representing various sectors, traveled to Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya over an eight-day tour. KTS 2.0 occurred from December 17-30, 2023, at Namo Ghat in Varanasi, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The event featured the first-ever real-time, app-based translation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech into Tamil for the visiting delegates.

The third installment, held from February 15-24 this year, celebrated the legacy of Sage Agasthyar and connected India's knowledge tradition with contemporary discussions, drawing around 1,000 delegates from Tamil Nadu, including an additional 200 students from various Central Universities.