FM Sitharaman Releases ₹250 Commemorative Coin on Muthuswami Dikshitar’s 250th Birth Anniversary

Nirmala Sitharaman releases ₹250 coin honouring Carnatic maestro Muthuswami Dikshitar on 250th birth anniversary

Nirmala Sitharaman has released a ₹250 commemorative coin marking the 250th birth anniversary of Carnatic music maestro Muthuswami Dikshitar at BHU in Varanasi. The coin, issued by the RBI, was listed on the government mint's website at ₹6,985, with 238 pieces available on Tuesday evening.

Muthuswami Dikshithar's 250th birth anniversary: Sitharaman releases ₹250 coin

The ceremony in Varanasi brought together students, academics and musicians to celebrate the composer’s enduring contribution to India’s classical music tradition.

FM Sitharaman releases ₹250 commemorative coin on Muthuswami Dikshitar’s 250th birth anniversary

Addressing the gathering, Sitharaman spoke about the rich heritage of Carnatic music and Dikshitar’s contribution to it. She also discussed the distinctive features of his veena and his association with Kashi, where he had stayed.

Sitharaman on Dikshitar’s music, Indian culture, Kashi’s legacy; releases commemorative coin

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman released a commemorative coin honouring Carnatic music composer Sri Muthuswami Dikshitar in Kashi. Speaking at the event, she compared his compositions to the travel guide Lonely Planet, explaining how his songs captured the history, geography, temples, sacred sites and traditions of different places. Recalling Dikshitar’s connection with Kashi, Sitharaman highlighted the city’s legacy as a centre of learning …

Nirmala Sitharaman to release coin honouring Muthuswami Dikshitar

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to unveil a ₹250 commemorative Dikshitar coin in Varanasi, with limited sale via India Government Mint.