Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the Kashi Telugu Sangamam event, which is taking place in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, as "the confluence of the Ganga and Godavari rivers" on Saturday (April 29). The prime minister addressed the event virtually, welcoming Telugu-speaking people from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to his parliamentary constituency. The event takes place at a time when a large number of Telugu-speaking pilgrims are arriving in Varanasi for the ongoing 12-day Ganga Pushkar Alu, a religious congregation held every 12 years.
The 'Sangamam' is organised by the Sri Kashi Telugu Samithi, an organisation of Telugu ashrams and dharmshalas. A month-long Kashi Tamil Sangamam was also held in Varanasi.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Top Quotes From Kashi Telugu Sangamam Are As Follows:
- Azaadi Ka 'Amrit Kaal' is the 'Sangam Kaal' of India's various cultures. The cultures of Kashi and Telugu are inseparable. We are celebrating this great connection and India's great unity.
- Distances are irrelevant if the hearts are close to each other. This is why, despite geographical distances, the entire country of India is linked. The convergence and celebration of Kashi and Telugu cultures is an excellent example of this. It uplifts the spirits of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'.
- There has been a significant transformation all around, whether it is the way to temples, cultural centres, or any other associated significant place. Today, CNG boats operate on the Ganga, and ropeway services will be available to tourists travelling to and from Benaras in the near future.