Lucknow, Dec. 10 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has hailed the inclusion of Deepavali in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list as a moment of immense pride.
He said the global recognition honours a festival that symbolises the triumph of light over darkness and the spirit of new beginnings. The achievement, he noted, further reinforces India's cultural strength and the universal relevance of its traditions.
Sharing his views on his 'X' handle on Wednesday, the Chief Minister emphasized the special significance of this recognition for Uttar Pradesh. He wrote, "The inscription of Deepavali on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List is a proud recognition of a festival that celebrates light over darkness and new begi...