India is hosting for the first time the UNESCO’s prestigious World Heritage Committee meeting from 21st-31st July, 2024 in New Delhi. As an integral part of the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee, and in the framework of the UNESCO World Heritage Education Programme, the Ministry of Culture is hosting the 2024 World Heritage Young Professionals Forum.
Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Institute of Archaeology, a sub-office under the Archaeological Survey of India is hosting the Young Professionals Forum under the theme of World Heritage in the 21st Century: Building Capacities and Exploring Opportunities for Youth in New Delhi.
During the course of the Forum, 50 Young professionalsfrom across the globe (20 from India and 30 from outside India) will make presentations. This event would enhance the expertise, skills and capacities of young professionals in protecting, preserving, and promoting our natural and cultural World Heritage. They will discuss and gain in-depth knowledge of the global concepts of World Heritage and Sustainable Development while also having the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the local Indian heritage and its management accompanied by local and international experts.
The focus of this year’s sub-themes will be on tackling of the issue of climate change alongside maintaining the pace of sustainable development. Further, it is optimistically commendable that an integrated scientific and human-centric approach involving latest technological innovations, managerial practices and participative approach with community involvement for the preservation of our rich cultural heritage.
In order to supplement their theoretical knowledge, the Young participants would visit the World Heritage properties which includes Qutb Minar complex, Red fort and Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi and Tajmahal in Agra during this event.
On the concluding day of the Forum on 22ndJuly 2024, these young professionals will present their ‘Declaration’ to the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee which would be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
