Silambam gains national recognition in India

Silambam, a martial art developed by ancient Tamils, has been recognised by the Government of India under the ‘Promotion of inclusiveness through sports’ initiative of the ‘Khelo India’ programme.

(L:) Muthu Isai Radha, a student; (C:) A line sketch of two Silambam artists in action (R:) Mr ShanmugaSundaram, a Silambam teacher; (Bottom) Class in Session. Source: SBS Tamil

Kulasegaram Sanchayan brings the story with comments from Mr Shanmuga Sundaram, a veteran Silambam teacher and Muthu Isai Radha, a student of Silambam who has recently won a national award.

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