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**Modi to Commemorate Millennium of Chola Conquest in Tamil Nadu**

**CHENNAI, July 18, 2025** – Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend a function in Tamil Nadu on July 27th to mark the 1000th anniversary of King Rajendra Chola I’s conquest of the Gangetic plains. The event will be held in Gangaikonda Cholapuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre established by King Rajendra Chola I, also included will be a commemorative coin issued in honor of the event.

The Prime Minister’s visit will include the release of a commemorative coin, as requested by the Gangaikondacholapuram Development Council Trust. The town and its historic temple, the Brihadisvara Temple, are undergoing preparations for the event.

From July 23rd to 27th, an exhibition showcasing the conquest, trophies, and sculptures related to the Chola period will be held at the temple. Renowned music composer Ilaiyaraaja will also perform a 20-minute concert in Mr. Modi’s presence.

Gangaikonda Cholapuram, once a thriving capital of the Chola dynasty for 250 years, stands as a reminder of the dynasty’s power. Historical accounts reveal that the city suffered damage during British rule in 1832 when materials from the temple complex were used for the construction of the Lower Kollidam Anaicut. While locals attempted to protect the site, their efforts were met with punishment.

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