Tamil literary event today

A first of its kind event in the region focusing on Tamil literature and history will be held today.  Gulf Tamil Literary Festival is set to be held at the Indian Club tomorrow at 5:30 pm revolving around the theme of Tamil language and history. Organised by Bahrain Tamil Coordination Committee in coordination with the Indian Club it will be held at Indian Club. 

Organisers told Tribune that the event is expected to have a huge turnout. Guest of Honour will be Prof Dr P. Ramasamy, current deputy chief minister of Penang, Malaysia. A former member of the Malaysian Parliament for the Batu Kawan constituency, Ramasamy was elected to the Malaysian Parliament and Penang State Assembly in the 2008 election, defeating former Penang Chief Minister Koh Tsu Koon.

He is also the first person of Indian origin to hold the post of deputy chief minister in any Malaysian state.Malaysian officials, including Dr Ramasamy arrived in Bahrain yesterday.  Speaking to Tribune Dr Ramadan said that his speech at the event today will focus on Tamil history and identity.

“I am glad such events are being organised. Tamil history is ancient and rich, it’s something we can be proud of. This would be a good opportunity to reflect on the rich history and language,” he said.  Apart from Dr Ramasamy, Ex-Member of Parliament of India Vaiko, Member of Penang State Legislative assembly Satees Muniandy and David Marshel, who is a member of Ahli Majlis at Majlis Perbandaran Seberang Perai (MPSP) in Malaysia are special guests for the event.

“The whole Tamil community is going to be there to make this event a huge success,” said Indian Club President Cassius Periera.