New Delhi, Jan 19 (NationPress) Emphasizing the profound cultural, linguistic, historical, and civilisational ties between the citizens of India and Sri Lanka, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his support for the renaming of the renowned Cultural Center in Jaffna, which was established with Indian aid, to 'Thiruvalluvar Cultural Center' in tribute to the esteemed Tamil philosopher, poet, and thinker Thiruvalluvar.

In reaction to a post shared by the Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka on Saturday on X, PM Modi stated: "Welcome the renaming of the renowned Cultural Center in Jaffna, established with Indian support, to 'Thiruvalluvar Cultural Center'. This not only honors the illustrious Thiruvalluvar but also symbolizes the profound cultural, linguistic, historical, and civilisational connections between the peoples of India and Sri Lanka."

The Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka announced that the Cultural Center in Jaffna was officially renamed 'Thiruvalluvar Cultural Center' on Saturday in recognition of the Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar.

"In tribute to the great Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar, the Cultural Center in Jaffna was renamed today as 'Thiruvalluvar Cultural Center' during a ceremony attended by HC @santjha, Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious & Cultural Affairs Sunil Senevi, and the Governor of Northern Province," the Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka posted on X.

On January 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the iconic Tamil philosopher, poet, and thinker Thiruvalluvar on the occasion of Thiruvalluvar Day, stating that his verses encapsulate the essence of Tamil culture and the philosophical legacy of the nation.

"On Thiruvalluvar Day, we reflect on one of our land's most revered philosophers, poets, and thinkers, the great Thiruvalluvar. His verses capture the essence of Tamil culture and our philosophical heritage. His teachings advocate for righteousness, compassion, and justice. His timeless masterpiece, the Tirukkural, serves as a guiding light, offering profound insights on a multitude of topics. We will persist in our efforts to realize his vision for our society," PM Modi shared on the social media platform X.

Thiruvalluvar was a distinguished Indian poet and philosopher, widely recognized for his authorship of the Tirukkuṟaḷ, a compilation of couplets addressing ethics, political and economic issues, and love. This text is regarded as an exceptional and widely esteemed work of Tamil literature.

Thiruvalluvar has inspired a vast array of scholars throughout history, influencing ethical, social, political, economic, religious, philosophical, and spiritual domains. He has long been revered as a great sage, and his literary contributions are a cornerstone of Tamil culture.