Jammu, March 18,2026- A three-day awareness and training programme under the Gyan Bharatam Mission concluded at Kala Kendra, marking a significant step towards preserving India’s rich manuscript heritage through modern techniques and digital platforms.
The programme witnessed participation from senior officials and representatives from various departments across the Jammu Division, reflecting a coordinated effort to safeguard invaluable historical and cultural records.
Focus on Preservation and Digitization
Experts from the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts conducted detailed training sessions on manuscript collection, documentation, digitization, and conservation methods. Participants were equipped with practical knowledge on identifying rare manuscripts and ensuring their long-term preservation.
The sessions emphasized the importance of digitizing manuscripts to make them accessible to a wider audience while protecting fragile originals from deterioration.
Promoting India’s Knowledge Heritage
Officials highlighted that the Gyan Bharatam Mission aims to create a comprehensive nationwide digital repository of manuscripts, enabling researchers, scholars, and the general public to explore India’s vast intellectual and cultural legacy.
The initiative is expected to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge systems and modern technology, ensuring that centuries-old wisdom is preserved for future generations.
Collaborative Effort Across Departments
Participants were encouraged to actively contribute to the mission by identifying and documenting manuscripts available in their respective क्षेत्रों. The training also stressed inter-departmental coordination to streamline the process of collection and digitization.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment from stakeholders to strengthen manuscript preservation efforts and support the broader vision of conserving India’s heritage through digital innovation.
