Intergovernmental Committee for Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage decided, in its 16thsession, to inscribed in Kolkata on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
16thsession of UNESCO is being held, starting from December 13, 2021. It will conclude on December 18, 2021.
Till now, Durga Puja was celebrated in many parts worldwide. But an official global recognition was pending.
Durga Puja is a classic fusion of religion and culture. It is regarded with a lot of pride. This festival is performed and celebrated predominantly by the Bengali community.
As per UNESCO, cultural heritage does not end at collections of objects and monuments. It also includes traditions or living expressions which have been inherited from ancestors and passed on to descendants. It is a practice, expression, representation, knowledge, or skill considered by UNESCO.