India is preparing to welcome more than a thousand delegates from around the world as it hosts the 20th session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. The event will take place from December 8 to 13, 2025, at Delhi’s historic Red Fort. The choice of venue symbolises India’s commitment to cultural preservation and global cooperation.
India Showcases Its Cultural Pride
During the session, India will highlight some of its most cherished cultural traditions. Delegates will review submissions for the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list, including India’s proposals for Diwali and Chhath Mahaparva. These festivals carry immense emotional, spiritual, and communal significance, and the country hopes the world will recognize them as part of humanity’s shared cultural treasure.
By hosting the committee, the country steps into a leadership role in global cultural diplomacy. Scholars, practitioners, officials, and artists will gather to discuss how communities around the world can protect their traditions in an era of rapid technological and social change. India’s Ministry of Culture aims to use this platform to strengthen international collaboration in safeguarding oral traditions, rituals, arts, and community practices.
Celebrating Living Culture, Not Just Monuments
This event marks an important shift in how culture is understood. India is showcasing not only its monuments and historical sites, but its living culture, the songs, festivals, crafts, and community values that keep history alive through people. The government hopes this session will inspire younger generations to reconnect with their traditions and take pride in their cultural identity.
It is not only strengthening cultural ties with other nations but also encourages younger citizens to value the practices that define their heritage. The session stands as a reminder that cultural preservation is a shared global duty, one that India is embracing with confidence, openness, and a renewed commitment to protecting the stories, celebrations, and collective memories that give life its deeper meaning.
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