Nagpur: Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar on Wednesday informed the state assembly that Diwali has been included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list and it will contribute significantly to promoting Indian culture around the world.

“This year, under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra successfully secured the UNESCO designation for the Maratha Military Architecture, which is a tangible cultural heritage. The inclusion of Diwali in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list is a matter of immense pride for everyone. The Central government’s Ministry of Culture had nominated Diwali for the 2025-26 cycle,” said Minister Shelar in his statement.

He further added that Diwali symbolises the journey from darkness to light, despair to h

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