Cultural Diplomacy Highlights Modi's Efforts with Tirukkural

In a statement released on Saturday, “Modi Story” described the Russian edition of the Tirukkural as a bridge between Tamil philosophical thought and global leaders. The platform emphasized that Tiruvalluvar’s verses on morality, statecraft and love are being shared across language barriers.

Former Sahitya Akademi Secretary K. Srinivasan recalled that during the 2019 SCO summit, Modi’s government facilitated the translation of ten modern Indian titles into three major languages, setting a precedent for literary diplomacy.

The current gesture continues that legacy, positioning Indian heritage as a soft‑power asset at multilateral gatherings such as the BRICS summit.