India’s timeless cultural and civilizational heritage continues to find new avenues of expression and celebration. To nurture awareness of this heritage, the Bharat Bodh Kendra was inaugurated at the India Habitat Centre (IHC) in New Delhi. The initiative reflects a growing national consciousness of India’s civilizational knowledge systems and cultural legacy.
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The Bharat Bodh Kendra, an integral addition to the Habitat Library & Resource Centre at IHC, was officially inaugurated by Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal, who currently serves as the Minister of Power and the Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs.
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Located in the heart of New Delhi within the 9-acre India Habitat Centre campus, the Bharat Bodh Kendra is set to become a hub for the study, appreciation, and celebration of India’s vast and diverse cultural legacy. This initiative features a carefully curated collection of literature and multimedia content spanning Indian art, music, history, spirituality, and philosophy.
The inauguration ceremony included a campus tour highlighting IHCβs environmentally sustainable infrastructure, guided by Shri Katikithala Srinivas (Secretary, MoHUA) and Prof. K. G. Suresh (Director, IHC).
Key Features of Bharat Bodh Kendra ποΈ
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Curated Content: Offers a library of books and digital resources focused on Indian civilisation and thought.
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Accessibility: Open to all IHC members, with a quiet reading environment.
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Multi-Disciplinary Focus: Encompasses music, philosophy, spirituality, fine arts, and architecture.
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Learning Hub: Encourages immersive exploration of Indiaβs socio-cultural evolution.
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Environmentally Conscious Setting: Aligns with IHCβs broader green initiatives and eco-friendly ethos.
Ministerial Remarks and Vision π±
During the inauguration, Shri Manohar Lal commended IHCβs ongoing initiativesβespecially its green projects. He emphasised the importance of environmental consciousness and urged institutions like IHC to adopt and mentor other organisations in sustainable practices.
The minister also reflected on the Kendra’s role in reviving public interest in Indiaβs intangible heritage and its potential to function as a cultural think tank.
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Points to Remember β
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Union Minister Inauguration: Shri Manohar Lal inaugurated the Bharat Bodh Kendra at IHC.
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Civilisational Focus: The Kendra is designed to nurture an understanding of Indiaβs cultural and philosophical traditions.
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Multimedia Resources: Includes books and materials on music, art, spirituality, and more.
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Sustainable Design: Inauguration highlighted IHCβs commitment to green infrastructure.
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Government Endorsement: MoHUA leadership supports similar knowledge hubs nationwide.
