Dr. S. Jaishankar Speaks at Niramayata Exhibition

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar highlighted the critical importance of preserving India's traditional knowledge and manuscript heritage during an address in New Delhi. Speaking on Monday at the inauguration of the exhibition titled Nirāmayatā: Healing and Wellbeing in South Asian Texts and Practices, he stated that civilizations perceive and preserve their distinctiveness not by remaining sealed off, but by engaging from a position of confidence.

The event, held at the India International Centre, drew notable figures including Ambassador Shyam Saran, President of the India International Centre, and Dr. Sudha Gopalakrishnan, Project Director of the Samhita Initiative. The exhibition showcases historical manuscript traditions relating to health, medicine, and wellness across the South Asian region, focusing heavily on documentation and preservation efforts.

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar praised the ongoing work of the Samhita Initiative and associated organizations in safeguarding these ancient texts for future study. Attendees at the exhibition inauguration also included Mr. Pachnanda from the Bharat Ki Soch Foundation, alongside various trustees and executive committee members who reviewed the displayed manuscript traditions.