11/25/2025
Dear Members of the Buffalo–Niagara Tamil Mandram,
Under the visionary leadership of our Hon’ble Chief Minister Thiru M.K. Stalin, the Government of Tamil Nadu continues its historic mission to strengthen global Tamil identity and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Tamils across continents.
As part of this initiative, our Hon’ble Minister for Tamil Official Language and Tamil Culture, Thiru Avadi Naseer, has announced a landmark effort for the World Tamil Diaspora Day 2026 celebrations.
A Special Souvenir will be released to honour the legacy, journeys, and accomplishments of Tamils worldwide. This publication will serve as a living record of Tamil heritage—capturing migration histories, cultural contributions, professional excellence, entrepreneurial growth, artistic achievements, and the inspiring spirit of Tamils across the globe.
On behalf of the Non-Resident Tamils Welfare Board (NRTWB):
• Thiru Karthikeya Sivasenapathy – Chairman
• Thiru Vallal R., IAS – Member Secretary
• Board Members:
• Thiru G.V. Ram – Singapore & East Asia
• Thiru Caldwell Velnambi – North America
• Thiru Mumbai A. Meeran – Mumbai Region
• Thiru Syed Dubai Meeran – Gulf Region
• Thiru Arumugam Parasuram – Mauritius
• Thiru Pugazh Gandhi – Legal Advisor, Chennai
• Thiru Faisal – United Kingdom & Europe
warmly invite all Non-Resident Tamils (NRTs) to contribute to this prestigious publication.
Your experiences are not just personal stories—they are valuable chapters of our shared global Tamil identity. Your articles, memories, photographs, and reflections will become a collective treasure for future generations.
You may submit articles under the following themes (maximum 5 A4 pages):
• Antiquity and historical evolution of the Tamils
• Migration experiences of ancestors during the colonial era
• Role of Tamils in global trade, industry, and business
• Cultural, literary, artistic, and social contributions of Tamils worldwide
• Achievements of Tamils in Europe, America, and other regions
• Contributions of Tamils to science, research, and innovation
• Diversity and multi-faceted expressions of Tamil identity across the world
• Photographs and personal life memories
📧 Submission Emails:
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All members of the Buffalo–Niagara Tamil Mandram who wish to share your stories, achievements, experiences, or reflections as Tamil-origin individuals living in the USA are warmly encouraged to participate. This request has come directly from the Government of Tamil Nadu, and it is a wonderful opportunity for our community to proudly showcase our contributions on a global platform.
— Karthikeya Sivasenapathy
Chairman, Non-Resident Tamils Welfare Board