INTACH walks down memory lane

Jalandhar, February 15

Indian National Trust for Arts and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) conducted a national-level poster making competition ‘Route to Roots’ for school children of class VI to IX standard.

The event was planned to enlighten the children about the rich cultural heritage of India and to promote the spirit of appreciation, exploration and cultural education.

Convener of Doaba region Maj Gen Balwinder Singh VSM(Retd) advised the children about the necessity to remain connected to their roots. While talking to the participants and invitees, he mentioned that it was necessary to pass traditional and cultural values to the next generation. He emphasised the need for the young generation to contribute selflessly.

INTACH was formed to sensitise the public about the pluralistic cultural legacy of India. It also instills a sense of social responsibility towards preserving India’s common heritage. The NGO protects and preserves India’s living, built and natural heritage by undertaking necessary action and measures. It also documents unprotected buildings of archaeological, architectural, historical and aesthetic significance, as well as the cultural resources, as this is the first step towards formulating conservation plans. — TNS