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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed Deepavali's recognition by the UNESCO as Intangible Heritage.
Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, "People in India and around the world are thrilled. For us, Deepavali is very closely linked to our culture and ethos. It is the soul of our civilisation. It personifies illumination and righteousness."
He further said that "the addition of Deepavali to the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List will contribute to the festival’s global popularity even further. May the ideals of Prabhu Shri Ram keep guiding us for eternity."
Deepavali, one of the most significant cultural and spiritual festivals in our country, has been included in the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation’s (UNESCO) Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat hailed PM Modi's tenure in "India’s cultural heritage receiving unprecedented global recognition." Taking to X, he wrote, "A historic day for India. Deepavali has been officially inscribed on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity."
He added, "During the tenure of Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji, India’s cultural heritage is receiving unprecedented global recognition and this milestone strengthens that journey. This honour celebrates the universal message of our festival of lights: hope over despair, harmony over division, and light for all. My gratitude to UNESCO and to every custodian of our timeless traditions. Jai Hind."
