Selected volunteers to receive official certificates; students will gain hands-on experience in managing a national-level cultural event

Varanasi: Preparations for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0, a major initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, are gaining momentum. Banaras Hindu University (BHU), the coordinating institution for the event, has invited applications from students interested in joining as volunteers. The online registration process has been opened on the official portal.

Kashi Tamil Sangamam aims to strengthen the centuries-old cultural, spiritual and historical ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi and promote the shared heritage of these two regions. By participating as volunteers, students from universities in Varanasi will get an opportunity to gain practical experience in the management and coordination of a national-level cultural event.

Eligibility Criteria for Volunteers

According to the guidelines issued by BHU, applicants must be students of a university located in Varanasi. They should have good communication skills and be able to interact with guests and participants politely and responsibly.

Applicants must also possess basic computer knowledge, with particular emphasis on familiarity with Microsoft Excel. Having a personal smartphone is mandatory. Students must also be available to work punctually during the designated dates and shifts.

Selected Volunteers to Receive Official Certificates

According to the organising committee, all selected volunteers who perform their assigned responsibilities during the event will be awarded official certificates.

The committee has clarified that volunteering for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0 does not include an opportunity to travel to Tamil Nadu. Students applying for the role are expected to carry out their responsibilities with dedication, discipline, dignity and integrity.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible students can register online through the official Kashi Tamil Sangamam portal by selecting the ‘Register as a Volunteer’ option.

Official website: https://kashitamil.bhu.edu.in/volunteers.html

Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0 offers students more than just an opportunity to participate in a cultural event. It provides a platform to understand India’s diverse languages, traditions and cultural heritage more closely while contributing to the spirit of national integration.