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Bharathiyaar Utsav

Bharathiyar Utsav is a celebration of Subramania Bharathiyar, a revered Indian poet and freedom fighter known for his passionate poetry promoting patriotism, social reform, and women's empowerment. Held annually, especially in Tamil Nadu, the festival commemorates his birth anniversary on December 11. It involves cultural events, recitations of his songs and poems, and discussions about his teachings. The observance aims to honor his contributions to India’s independence movement and inspire people with his ideals of unity, progress, and resistance against oppression. It serves as a reminder of his enduring legacy in Indian literature and social thought.