Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0 Offers Internship and Grant for Thirukkural Scholars

The fifth edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam is set to bring together 1,000 students from universities nationwide to study Thirukkural, one of Tamil’s most celebrated literary masterpieces. According to the Ministry of Education, the scheme’s objective is to acquaint youth with the text’s universal values while promoting Indian cultural heritage in multiple languages. Colleges that wish to participate must register on the Sangamam website and nominate one learner for the programme. Selected candidates will receive a ₹10,000 stipend, engage in a brief internship, and explore the verses in their chosen tongue. The initiative will run from 28 November to 12 December 2026, reinforcing centuries‑old ties between the sacred city of Kashi and the Tamil cultural sphere.