In a landmark event for India\u2019s cultural diplomacy, the nation is set to host the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee from July 21-31, 2024. This prestigious gathering will take place at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, bringing together delegates from around the world to discuss and decide on matters of global cultural significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Session of the 46th<\/sup> WHC<\/strong> was inaugurated by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi in the presence of distinguished guests on 21st<\/sup> July 2024<\/strong>. In the inaugural session, in line with his vision of \u201cVikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi\u201d<\/strong> Prime Minister Modi announced a $1 million<\/strong> grant to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre.<\/strong> This contribution will support capacity building, technical assistance, and conservation efforts, particularly benefiting Global South countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Union Culture Minister in his briefing highlighted, \u201cIn the last 10 years, Bharat has touched new dimensions of modern development, while also taking a pledge of \u2018Virasat Par Garv\u2019<\/strong>. He mentioned numerous heritage conservation projects like the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor,<\/strong> the Ram Temple<\/strong> in Ayodhya, and the construction of a modern campus of the ancient Nalanda University<\/strong> are being undertaken across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Briefing the media on the session\u2019s outcomes, the Minister, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that <\/strong>the 46th session of WHC witnessed the inscription of 24 new World Heritage Sites, including 19 cultural, 4 natural, and 1 mixed property. Moidams<\/strong> from Assam<\/strong> became India\u2019s 43rd World Heritage Site<\/strong>, a significant achievement as it is the first cultural site from Assam to receive this recognition. Located in the Charaideo district, Moidams are sacred burial mounds of the Ahom dynasty, reflecting six centuries of cultural and architectural development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talking of the bilateral meets, the Union Culture Minister mentioned that a Cultural Property Agreement between India and the USA<\/strong> was signed, reinforcing the commitment to combatting illegal trade in cultural property. Additionally, the Archaeological Survey of India<\/strong> (ASI) entered into an agreement with ICCROM for capacity building and research on tangible heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 46th<\/sup> WHC session<\/strong> also featured the Young Heritage Professionals Forum and the Site Managers Forum,<\/strong> enhancing global expertise in heritage preservation. Other 33 side events<\/strong> were organized during this meeting. The Union Minister made a special mention of the notable exhibition during the 46th<\/sup> WHC meeting<\/strong> that showcased 25 repatriated historical objects, highlighting India\u2019s dedication to preserving its cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Underscoring India\u2019s contributions to global heritage conservation, Shri Shekhawat acknowledged India\u2019s heritage conservation efforts in Angkor Wat, Cambodia, Cham Temples in Vietnam<\/strong>, and stupas in Bagan, Myanmar. He added that with a remarkable list of 43 World Heritage Sites, including the newly inscribed Moidams, India continues to be a global leader in heritage preservation. The extensive Tentative List of 56 properties<\/strong> ensures a comprehensive representation of India\u2019s cultural spectrum, he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Illuminating India\u2019s distinguished contribution<\/strong> to enhancing the global significance of culture, the Union Minister highlighted that under India\u2019s G20 presidency<\/strong>, the New Delhi Leaders\u2019 Declaration 2023(NDLD)<\/strong> endorsed culture as a standalone goal in the post-2030 development framework,<\/strong> marking a paradigm shift in the global development strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This landmark decision unlocks culture\u2019s transformative potential,<\/strong> promoting economic growth, empowering marginalized communities, and safeguarding vulnerable heritage. The Kashi Culture Pathway<\/strong> and the NDLD 2023,<\/strong> the world\u2019s first and only document with its compelling articulation of the Culture goal, are robust blueprints, steering the discourse of the global Culture sector, the Minister highlighted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 46th session<\/strong> of the World Heritage Committee Meeting concluded with extensive discussions on conservation, international assistance, and bilateral meetings with various countries and organizations. This historic event<\/strong> showcased India\u2019s rich heritage<\/strong> and set the stage for future global heritage conservation efforts.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In a landmark event for India\u2019s cultural diplomacy, the nation is set to host the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee from July 21-31, 2024. 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Inscription of 24 new World Heritage Sites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cultural Property Agreement between India and the USA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Feature of 46th<\/sup> WHC session<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Contributions to global heritage conservation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
India\u2019s distinguished contribution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Landmark decision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Meeting concluded with extensive discussions on conservation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n