பேரறிஞர் அண்ணா - முத்தமிழறிஞர் கலைஞர் ஆகியோர் காட்டிய வழியில் எனது சட்டமன்றப் பணிகளை நான் அமைத்துக் கொண்டேன். மக்களின் குரலான சட்டமன்ற...

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that the Sadhaya Vizha, commemorating the birth anniversary of celebrated Chola monarch Emperor Raja Raja Chola I at the world-renowned Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur, will be observed annually as an official state festival. Stalin declared that this historic decision pays homage to the legendary emperor whose visionary reign epitomized extraordinary architectural genius, naval supremacy, administrative decentralization, and extensive irrigation development in ancient Tamil Nadu.

The Chief Minister observed that the iconic Big Temple of Thanjavur stands as an eternal symbol of Tamil architectural mastery and cultural magnificence admired worldwide. By designating the emperor's birth anniversary as an official government function, the state administration will organize classical music concerts, historical exhibitions, archaeological lectures, and cultural seminars celebrating the Chola dynasty's monumental legacy. Stalin highlighted that recognizing historical achievements instills linguistic pride and cultural confidence among younger generations.

Stalin asserted that the Dravidian model of governance remains steadfast in preserving Tamil historical heritage and honoring the pioneers who brought global renown to the Tamil homeland. His announcement received widespread acclaim from historians, cultural scholars, and citizens across the state.