PM Modi marks World Sanskrit Day, lists steps taken to promote the language
These steps, he said, have already helped thousands of students and researchers gain easier access to Sanskrit education and resources.
WHY WORLD SANSKRIT DAY MATTERSWorld Sanskrit day is celebrated every year to encourage interest in the language and to recognise its historical and cultural importance in India. It often coincides with Shravan Poornima, adding to its traditional significance.For Modi, the occasion was also a way to remind the public that Sanskrit isn't just a part of the past — it can be a bridge connecting ancient knowledge to modern needs.- Ends
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