IGNCA and ASI to Launch Timeless India: Protection and Revival of Indian Cultural Identity

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), in collaboration with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), will host the launch of Timeless India: Protection & Revival of Indian Cultural Identity under the Leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 28 October 2026 at 3:00 PM at Dharohar Bhawan, ASI Headquarters, Mandi House, New Delhi.

About the Book
Published jointly by IGNCA and Subhi Publication, the book explores:
- India's rich cultural and civilisational heritage.
- The significance of preserving historic monuments.
- The protection and revival of Indian cultural identity.
- The importance of safeguarding the nation's historical memory and heritage assets.
- The book has been authored/edited by Tarun Vijay, noted journalist, author, and former Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament.

Distinguished Dignitaries
The event will be attended by several eminent personalities:
- Chief Guest: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Culture and Tourism.
- Guest of Honour: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences.
- Keynote Speaker: Dr. Vinay Sahasrabuddhe, former Rajya Sabha Member and former President of ICCR.

Programme Schedule Highlights
The event will include:
- Welcome address by Y. S. Rawat, Director General, ASI.
- Opening address by Prof. (Dr.) Ramesh C. Gaur, Dean, Faculty of Arts, Media and Design, South Asian University.
- Remarks by author/editor Tarun Vijay.
- Keynote address by Dr. Vinay Sahasrabuddhe.
- Concluding vote of thanks by Prof. K. Anil Kumar, Head, Kala Nidhi Division, IGNCA.

Significance of the Event
The launch is expected to bring together scholars, policymakers, heritage professionals, and representatives from the cultural sector to discuss:
- Preservation of India's historical monuments.
- Protection of cultural traditions.
- Conservation of civilisational heritage.
- The role of cultural identity in contemporary India.
- The event will also provide a platform for broader discussions on heritage conservation and the themes explored in the publication.

The launch of Timeless India serves as both a literary and cultural event, highlighting the importance of preserving India's monuments, traditions, and civilisational legacy while fostering dialogue on cultural heritage and national identity.