Tamil lyricist Vairamuthu appeals to PM Modi to honour Thirukkural as India’s National Book this Independence Day

Renowned Tamil lyricist Vairamuthu has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to declare the ‘Thirukkural’ as the ‘National Book of India’. In a statement addressed to the Prime Minister, Vairamuthu highlighted the Thirukkural’s universal moral code transcending boundaries. He urged Modi to announce this on the upcoming 79th Independence Day, emphasizing its significance as a contribution to global cultural heritage.