Government inaugurated the ‘Bharat Bodh Kendra’, a specialized knowledge hub at the India Habitat Centre (IHC) in New Delhi. The centre aims to promote awareness about India’s civilisational, cultural, and philosophical heritage.
About Bharat Bodh Kendra
- Function: Dedicated section under IHC’s Habitat Library and Resource Centre
- Collection Includes:
- Books and resources on Indian art, music, spirituality, history, and philosophy
- Access: Available to IHC members
- Purpose:
- Promote awareness and understanding of India’s cultural and civilisational legacy
- Serve as a resource centre for art, music, history, spirituality, and philosophy
- Encourage learning and research in traditional Indian knowledge systems
- Designated Use:
- A quiet space for intellectual exploration
- A place for engaging with India’s timeless traditions and evolving cultural narratives
About India Habitat Centre (IHC)
- Established: 1993
- Location: New Delhi
- Initiated by: Santosh Sharma, then Chairman of HUDCO (Housing and Urban Development Corporation)
- Purpose:
- Serves as a multi-purpose convention and institutional complex
- Brings together organisations and individuals working in fields related to habitat, environment, and development
- Significance: One of India’s most comprehensive convention centres, facilitating policy, research, and cultural exchange