46th Session of the World Heritage Committee

Year-End Review 2024: Key achievements by the Ministry of Culture

In 2024, the Ministry of Culture made significant strides in preserving and promoting India's rich heritage. Hosting the prestigious 46th World Heritage Committee session, inscribing new sites, and launching initiatives like Project PARI marked a vibrant year for Indian culture. Among the year’s highlights were major cultural collaborations, including a landmark agreement with the USA to combat antiquities trafficking, the development of the world’s largest museum in New Delhi, and the...

July 31, 2024 11:48 AM

India pledges $1 million to UNESCO in 46th World Heritage Committee Session

The 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee concluded at Bharat Mandapam on Tuesday, with India pledging $1 million to UNESCO to support capacity-building and conservation projects in developing countries. Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat praised the Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India for successfully hosting the event, which was held for the first time in India from July 21st to 31st. Shekhawat highlighted Project PARI (Public Art of India), w...