Raja Raja Chola’s Sathya Vizha on October 21 and 22
The 1,041st Sathaya Vizha, commemorating the birth anniversary of emperor Raja Raja Chola, is scheduled for October 21 and 22 at the Sri Brahadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur. District authorities have declared a local holiday on October 22 to facilitate the festival, with compensatory working hours scheduled for November 14.
Why it matters
This event highlights the preservation of cultural heritage and historical legacy in Tamil Nadu, while also illustrating the administrative coordination required for large-scale public festivals.
The 1,041st “Sathaya Vizha” organised to commemorate the birth anniversary of emperor Raja Raja Chola will be held at Sri Brahadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur on October 21 and 22, Collector R. Revathi said in a press release.
The Collector on Friday chaired a coordination meeting with officials of various departments to discuss the arrangements for the festival.
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