PM Modi Commemorates Rajendra Chola I with Special Coin Release in Tamil Nadu
Celebrating Chola Heritage
During a recent two-day trip to Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Modi unveiled a commemorative coin in honor of Rajendra Chola I, coinciding with the emperor's birth anniversary. This initiative was in response to a request from R. Komagan, the Chairman of the Gangaikondacholapuram Development Council Trust. Additionally, Modi participated in a roadshow in Tiruchirappalli.
Historical Significance of the Chola Empire
#WATCH | Tamil Nadu: PM Narendra Modi releases a commemorative coin honouring great Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I
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While addressing the audience in Tiruchirappalli, PM Modi remarked, "Historians regard the Chola Empire as one of India's golden eras. This empire exemplified India's tradition as the Mother of Democracy. While many refer to Britain's Magna Carta in discussions of democracy, the Chola Empire practiced democratic elections centuries ago. Unlike many rulers who returned with riches from conquests, Rajendra Chola brought back Gangajal..."
Diplomatic Relations of the Chola Kings
#WATCH | Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu: PM Narendra Modi says, "Historians believe that the Chola Empire was one of the golden eras of India. The Chola Empire also carried forward the tradition of India as the Mother of Democracy. Historians talk about Britain's Magna Carta in the name of… pic.twitter.com/evVK4wznuT
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He further noted, "The Chola rulers significantly improved their diplomatic and trade ties with regions like Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Southeast Asia. Coincidentally, I just returned from the Maldives yesterday, and today I am honored to be part of this event..."
Cultural Connections and Spiritual Significance
#WATCH | Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu: PM Narendra Modi says, "The Chola kings significantly enhanced their diplomatic and trade relations with regions such as Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Southeast Asia. It is just a coincidence that I returned from the Maldives yesterday, and today I… pic.twitter.com/6B5AlqfWez
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Modi expressed his joy in bringing Gangajal from Kashi, stating, "As a representative from Kashi, I feel a deep connection with Maa Ganga. The achievements of the Chola kings and their legacy invigorate the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'..."
A Land of Faith
He concluded with a heartfelt statement, "This is the land of faith of Rajaraja, and Ilaiyaraaja has immersed us all in devotion to Shiva on this sacred ground... As an MP from Kashi, hearing 'Om Namah Shivaya' gives me goosebumps."