New Delhi: In a moment of immense pride for India, the ancient manuscripts of the Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra have been added to UNESCO’s prestigious Memory of the World Register. These sacred texts are among 74 new documentary heritage collections recognized this year, representing entries from 72 countries and four international organisations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a heartfelt post on X, hailed this inclusion as “a proud moment for every Indian across the world.” He emphasized that the Gita and Natyashastra are not only treasures of literature but are sources of timeless wisdom that have guided humanity for centuries.
“Their insights continue to inspire the world,” he added.
The Natyashastra, often referred to as the foundation of Indian performing arts, and the Bhagavad Gita, a spiritual cornerstone of Indian philosophy, have both profoundly shaped global understanding of aesthetics, duty, and consciousness.
UNESCO’s latest update on April 17 brings the total number of entries in the Memory of the World Register to 570.
Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat echoed the sentiment, calling it a “historic moment for Bharat’s civilisational heritage.” He stressed that these works go beyond literature, forming the philosophical and artistic bedrock of India’s worldview.
With this recognition, India now has 14 entries on the international register, celebrating its deep-rooted intellectual and cultural legacy.
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