Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates ‘Bharat Bodh Kendra’ at India Habitat Centre

On May 10, 2025, Union Minister Manohar Lal inaugurated the Bharat Bodh Kendra at India Habitat Centre (IHC) in New Delhi.
Developed as part of the Habitat Library and Resource Centre, the Kendra is aimed at promoting India’s cultural and civilisational heritage through resources on art, philosophy, spirituality, and history.
The Minister praised IHC’s green initiatives and encouraged broader replication of its sustainable practices.
The Kendra is expected to become a vital centre for cultural research, heritage education, and public learning.

Background & Objectives

• India Habitat Centre (IHC) in New Delhi is a well-known venue for intellectual and cultural discourse.
• The Habitat Library and Resource Centre (HLRC) serves as a public knowledge hub.
• The ‘Bharat Bodh Kendra’ is a new thematic section established under HLRC to strengthen cultural awareness.