Lectures

1) 2nd October 2016

I delivered a speech on “Temples of Bhubaneswar” for Tamil Heritage Trust in Chennai

Link of my speech – Temples of Bhubaneswar – A talk by KK

2) 9th February 2019

 I delivered a speech on Shri Cho Ramaswamy for Madras Local History Group.

3) 15th August 2019

It was a honor for me to hoist the National Flag on the Indian Independence Day. I also gave a brief speech on the freedom fighter Arya alias Bhashyam Iyengar.

4) 16th May 2020

I delivered a speech on Terracotta Temples of Bishnupur and Bengal Temple Architecture for Seva Trust, Chennai.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiIG_wF7kzI

5) 7th October 2020

I delivered a speech on Koshta Parivara Devata for Minmuttram, Puducherry.

6) 8th January 2022

I delivered a lecture on Temples of Bhubanesvar (titled in Tamil as மாடமா கோவிலூர் புவனை) for the prestigious annual event called Pechchu Katcheri conducted by Tamil Heritage Trust.

7) 15th January 2022

I delivered a lecture on Sutasoma Jataka, the story depicted as paintings in an Ajanta cave.

8) 30th July 2022

I have been participating in “5000 years of Indian Art” weekly seminars conducted by Tamil Heritage Trust. My topic is “Medieval and Later Chola Art”. I delivered my speech on this topic on 30th July 2022.

9) 6th August 2022

I delivered a lecture on “Gems hidden in the History of Madras” to Rotary Club of Madras SouthWest.

10) 15th August 2022

It is my honor to get invited to hoist the Indian National Flag on the 75th Independence Day. I delivered a brief speech about the lesser-known Madras Salt Satyagraha and the National Leader, Prakasam.

11) 24th August 2022

I was invited to delivery speech about Cho Ramaswamy as part of Madras Day Celebrations. It was organized by Madhuradhwani. The title I chose was “Thuglak Cho – the Sultan of Madras Bhashai”.

12) 16th September 2022

I delivered a lecture on “The Unknown Madras” to Rotary Club of Madras Magnum.

13) 23rd September 2022

I delivered a lecture on “Contribution of Migrant Communities in Madras” to the members of Madras Hire Purchase Association.

14) 27th September 2022

I was invited to deliver a brief lecture about “Rethinking Tourism” at the “World Tourism Day” event conducted in my organization. I also spoke about my multi-year travel and blogging experience. Besides, I ran a small travel-related game with the audience.

15)  19th November 2022

I delivered a lecture on “Terracotta Temples of Bishnupur” for N Krishnan Memorial Trust.

16)  26th January 2023

I delivered a lecture titled “Experience a Temple” exclusively for Mantra Yatra members.

17)  11th February 2023

I delivered a lecture on South Indian Temple Architecture as part of “How to see a temple” (HOWSAT) workshop for Tamil Heritage Trust.

18)  11th February 2023

I delivered a lecture on Tales, Festivals, Rituals and More as part of “How to see a temple” (HOWSAT) workshop for Tamil Heritage Trust.

19)  19th March 2023

I delivered a lecture on South Indian Temple Architecture as part of “How to see a temple” (HOWSAT) workshop for Tamil Heritage Trust.

20)  19th March 2023

I delivered a lecture on Tales, Festivals, Rituals and More as part of “How to see a temple” (HOWSAT) workshop for Tamil Heritage Trust.

21)  31st March 2023

I delivered a lecture titled “Uncovering Madras’ Legal Legacy” to the members of Revenue Bar Association, Chennai.

22)  16th April 2023

I delivered a lecture on Tales, Festivals, Rituals and More as part of “How to see a temple” (HOWSAT) workshop for Tamil Heritage Trust.

23)  18th June 2023

I delivered a lecture on South Indian Temple Architecture as part of “How to see a temple” (HOWSAT) workshop for Tamil Heritage Trust.

24)  18th June 2023

I delivered a lecture on Tales, Festivals, Rituals and More as part of “How to see a temple” (HOWSAT) workshop for Tamil Heritage Trust.

25)  11th August 2024

I delivered a speech on the intriguing topic “Psychology of a Satirist” during the 50th Anniversary celebration of Hypnotique Circle (Madras), India’s oldest professional association for hypnosis.

26)  15th August 2024

I delivered Independence Day speech on freedom fighters following the flag hoisting ceremony…

27)  15th August 2024

I delivered a talk titled “Madras: Beyond the Known” for Madhuradwani as part of the Madras Day Celebrations!

28) 22nd August 2024

“Dear Friends of Queen Mary’s College, inspiring women of today and leaders of tomorrow” – these were my words that kicked off an unforgettable day at Queen Mary’s College.

It was truly an honor to receive an invitation from this historic institution, the First Women’s College of Madras. I was the Guest of Honour for Madras Day Celebrations conducted by Department of Geography and Tourism.

My one-hour session on Women Empowerment, Patriotism, and the History of Madras was met with enthusiasm and warmth from the students. The NCC cadets welcomed me with a guard of honor, and I had the privilege of distributing certificates to the students. The standing ovation at the end left me deeply humbled. Being part of this 110-year-old legacy is something I will cherish forever. Thank you, Queen Mary’s College, for the respect and love you’ve shown me!