New Delhi, July 25 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the inclusion of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh on the UNESCO World Heritage List, calling it "a proud moment for every Indian" and saying this reflects India's profound civilisational and spiritual heritage while strengthening the global appeal of Lord Buddha's timeless teachings.
Sharing his reaction on social media platform X, Modi said the UNESCO recognition was a matter of national pride and expressed confidence that it would encourage people from across the world to visit Sarnath and connect with the values of wisdom, compassion and harmony associated with Lord Buddha.
"A proud moment for every Indian! Delighted that Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh has been inscribed on the UN...