September 16, 2024 5:17 PM

Moidams of Assam added to UNESCO World Heritage List; PM Modi expresses pride

The Moidams, the 700-year-old mound-burial system of the Ahom dynasty in Assam, were officially included in the UNESCO World Heritage List under the Cultural Property category on Friday. The decision was made during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) currently taking place in Delhi. In a post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his delight, calling the inclusion of the Moidams a matter of pride for India.  “A matter of immense joy and pride for India! The Moidam...