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of the country contributed to
the freedom movement but
unfortunately, many of the
heroes, both men and women
Friends, tamil is the world's
of independence did not receive
oldest language. Tamil literature
the respect they deserved.
is also extremely rich. I had
One such freedom fighter is
requested you to participate
Parvati Giri ji of Odisha. Her birth
in the 'Kashi Tamil Sangamam'
centenary will be celebrated in
in 'Mann ki Baat'. I am happy
January 2026. She participated
that today, in other parts of
in the Quit India Movement
the country, there is a renewed
at the age of 16. Friends, after
interest in the Tamil language
the independence movement,
among children and youth – this
Parvati Giri ji dedicated her
is the power of the language,
life to social service and tribal
this is the unity of India.
welfare. She established several
Friends, next month we will
orphanages. Her inspiring life
celebrate the 77th Republic Day
will continue to guide every
of the country. Whenever such
generation.
occasions arise, our hearts
“मँ पार््वती गिरि जिंक श्रद्ािगि
ू
ां
ु
are filled with gratitude for
अपण करुछी |”
्व
the freedom fighters and the
“I pay my tribute to Parvati
makers of the Constitution. Our
Giri.”
country fought a long struggle
Friends, It is our responsibility
for independence.
that we do not forget our
People from every part
heritage. We must pass on the

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