PM to release Chola commemorative coin on July 27 marking 1,000th anniversary of Rajendra Chola I's conquest
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in a function at Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Ariyalur district on July 27. The event commemorates the 1,000th anniversary of King Rajendra Chola I's conquest of the Gangetic plains and his establishment of Gangaikonda Cholapuram. During the function, PM Modi will release a commemorative coin. The temple town and its premises are being prepared for the Prime Minister's visit, including an exhibition showcasing the conquest, trophies, and miniature sculptures of Saivite saints. Gangaikonda Cholapuram served as the Chola capital for 250 years before losing its prominence with the fall of the Chola Dynasty.
Key Points
- PM Modi will release a commemorative coin at Gangaikonda Cholapuram on July 27.
- The event marks the 1,000th anniversary of King Rajendra Chola I's conquest of the Gangetic plains.
- Rajendra Chola I established Gangaikonda Cholapuram, which was the Chola capital for 250 years.
- An exhibition and a concert will be part of the commemorative events held at the temple premises.
Exam Facts
- PM Modi to release commemorative coin on July 27 at Gangaikonda Cholapuram.
- The event commemorates the 1,000th anniversary of King Rajendra Chola I's conquest of the Gangetic plains.
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram, located in Ariyalur district on the banks of the Kollidam, was the Chola capital.
- A report in the Gazetteer of South India (1855) compared Gangaikonda Cholapuram to ancient Babylon.
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