Tamil pride meets prejudice

A seaside respite at Port Dickson was dampened by some holidaymakers blasting loud songs. It is important to have consideration for others when having a good time in a public space. — SUGANTHI SUPARMANIAM/The Star

SOUTH Indian poet Bharathiyar once said, Tamilan endre solluda, thalai nimirnthe nilluda (With your head held high, proudly proclaim that you are a Tamilian).

Today, however, mentioning that you are Tamil − or Indian, as we are often broadly grouped together − does not always inspire pride.