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World Classical Tamil Conference in Coimbatore

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World Classical Tamil Conference in Coimbatore
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The state government hosted the World Classical Tamil Conference in Coimbatore to mark Tamil's classical status.

The World Classical Tamil Conference was held in Coimbatore from 23 to 27 June 2010, organised by the Tamil Nadu government. It celebrated Tamil's recognition as a classical language and included academic sessions, exhibitions and a large procession. President Pratibha Patil inaugurated it, and Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi presided. Karunanidhi wrote the theme song, which was set to music by A. R. Rahman.

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