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The Kuppuswami Sastri Research Institute (KSRI) successfully hosted a One-Day Symposium on “Facets of Indian Culture” on Friday, 25th September 2026, commemorating the Birth Centenary of the eminent Sanskrit scholar, Dr. C. S. Sundaram (1926–2011). Held at the Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswati Mandapam in Mylapore, Chennai, the symposium brought together scholars and students to explore diverse strands of Indian heritage. The event began with an inauguration presided over by Dr. R. K. Raghavan (President, KSRI), followed by an insightful inaugural address by Sri R. Kalidas (Vice President, KSRI). Sri. R. K. Raghavan released the book titled "Toyādri Mahātmyam" by Dr. V. Preethi. Sri. R. Kalidas, Vice-President, The KSRI, received the first copy. 🎭 Session Highlights Session I: Bhava to Rasa – An Aesthetic Journey through Abhinaya Dr. Vasanthalakshmi Narasimhachari explored how subtle facial expressions, body language and deep internal emotional states (bhava) systematically transform into an unified aesthetic experience (rasa) for the audience during classical performance, emphasizing the timeless insight of Indian dramaturgy. Session II: Epigraphic Reflections on State Welfare in Mauryan and Chola India. Dr. Ramadevi Sekhar highlighted governance and civic welfare through inscriptions, drawing rich parallels between Mauryan edicts and Chola stone records to reveal how ancient Indian rulers embedded ethics and social care directly into public administration. Session III: Music in the Lineage of Appayya Dīkṣita Dr. R. Abhiramasundari traced the profound musical contributions within the illustrious scholarly lineage of Appayya Dīkṣita, demonstrating how philosophy, literary mastery and musical composition intersected across generations of the family. Session IV: Kathāsaritsāgara – A Bird's-Eye View Dr. L. Kumaraswami delivered an overview of Somadeva’s masterwork, analyzing its intricate narrative frame-stories, rich cultural reflections of contemporary society and its enduring influence on world storytelling. The symposium concluded with a warm Valedictory Address by Dr. V. Kameswari (Former Director, KSRI), reflecting on Dr. C. S. Sundaram’s lasting academic contribution and legacy. KSRI thanks all the speakers, attendees and well-wishers who made this centenary tribute memorable!