In the latest episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the return of significant cultural artefacts, including ancient copper plates from the Chola era, which were recently repatriated from the Netherlands. Union Minister L Murugan noted that Modi's program continues to highlight the contributions of ordinary citizens to society, marking its 134th edition. The Prime Minister expressed pride in the return of over 200 artefacts, emphasizing their importance in showcasing India's rich cultural heritage, particularly those linked to Tamil Nadu. The copper plates, which include 21 large and 3 small ones, document the donation of land to a Buddhist monastery by King Rajendra Chola I and reflect the maritime prowess of the Chola Empire. Modi also mentioned recent archaeological findings in Malhar, Chhattisgarh, where three rare copper plates related to the Panduvanshi dynasty were discovered, dating back to the sixth or seventh centuries. These inscriptions, written in ancient Brahmi script and Pali, are crucial for understanding the governance and culture of that era.