PM Modi Inaugurates 46th World Heritage Committee Session in New Delhi
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee |
| Venue | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi |
| Inaugurated by | Prime Minister Narendra Modi |
| Key Announcements | - India's $1 million contribution to UNESCO World Heritage Centre for Global South heritage conservation.- Proposal of "Maidam" in Northeast India for UNESCO World Heritage list.- Introduction of a certificate program in World Heritage Management in India. |
| Heritage Projects Highlighted | Vishwanath Corridor, Ram Temple, modern campus of Nalanda University, Kedarnath Temple, Iron Pillar in Delhi |
| Global Initiatives | - Conservation efforts in Cambodia, Vietnam, and Myanmar.- Global embrace of Yoga and Ayurveda.- Return of 350 heritage artifacts to India. |
| Exhibitions | Showcase of India's cultural heritage and retrieved artifacts using AR & VR technologies (Rani ki Vav, Kailasa Temple, Hoysala Temple). |
| Participants | Over 2000 delegates from more than 150 countries |
| Focus | New site nominations, conservation reports, and utilization of World Heritage Funds |