Deepavali, the festival of lights, has officially been inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, marking a proud moment for India. The decision places Deepavali alongside several cultural traditions from nations including Ghana, Georgia, Ethiopia, Egypt, and Congo.

UNESCO announced the recognition in a statement on X, posting:

“New inscription on the #IntangibleHeritage List: Deepavali, #India. Congratulations!”

India is currently hosting the session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), where the decision was adopted. The key meeting is being held at Delhi’s historic Red Fort.

Deepavali—also known globally as Diwali—is the most widely celebrated Hindu festival in India and amo

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