PM Modi hails UNESCO recognition of Gita, Natyashastra

New Delhi, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the inclusion of two ancient Indian texts—the Bhagavad Gita and the Natyashastra—in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register, calling it a proud moment for the nation and a testament to India's enduring cultural legacy.

In response to a post by Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on social media platform X, Mr Modi wrote, “A proud moment for every Indian across the world! The inclusion of the Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register is a global recognition of our timeless wisdom and rich culture

. The Gita and Natyashastra have nurtured civilization and consciousness for centuries. Their insights continue to inspire the world.” UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register seeks to preserve and disseminate documentary heritage of global significance.

The addition of these two seminal Indian works underscores their influence across generations—the Gita as a spiritual and philosophical cornerstone, and the Natyashastra as a foundational treatise on performing arts.