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Dr. Sathish Kumar Santhanam Advocates Tamil Perspective on Global Health, Sustainability at UN Summit
- •Dr. Sathish Kumar Santhanam presented a Tamil perspective on resilience, sustainability, and human well-being at the Second World Summit on Sustainable Health and Well-Being 2026.
- •His address, "From Our Roots to Our Future: Building for Generations," emphasized the role of the built environment in fostering healthier, safer, and more resilient communities.
- •He cited historical Tamil engineering marvels like Kallanai and the Brihadisvara Temple as examples of foresight and enduring design.
- •Dr. Santhanam echoed Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's invocation of "Yaadhum Oore; Yaavarum Kelir" (Every place is our home. Everyone is our kin.), highlighting timeless Tamil thought.
- •As Founder and Managing Director of DAC Developers, he stressed creating resilient, inclusive communities for the nation's future, focusing on water security, clean energy, and human connection.
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During his address at the Second World Summit on Sustainable Health and Well-Being 2026, Dr. Sathish Kumar Santhanam highlighted the Kallanai dam as a lasting example of foresight and engineering excellence, and the Brihadisvara Temple as a testament to scientific knowledge and timeless design.
He invoked the ancient Tamil thought "Yaadhum Oore; Yaavarum Kelir" written by Kaniyan Pungundranar, which translates to "Every place is our home. Everyone is our kin," echoing a sentiment previously recalled by former Indian President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
DAC Developers was established in 2014 as a Chennai-based leading construction company. With over a decade of experience, the firm has delivered more than 110 projects spanning over 45 lakh square feet of construction, serving over 3,000 homeowners with a focus on affordable luxury and transparency.
