In a proud moment for Jammu & Kashmir and India, Kalhaṇa’s Rajatarangini, the Mahabharata and the Arthashastra have been inscribed in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register.
Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha welcomed the recognition, stating that the inclusion of Rajatarangini celebrates the Union Territory’s rich intellectual and historical heritage.
He said the global recognition reaffirms the timeless value of India’s civilisational traditions and their contribution to humanity. Sinha also highlighted the collective responsibility to preserve and promote this invaluable knowledge for future generations.
The recognition brings renewed attention to India’s literary, historical and intellectual legacy on the international stage.
