Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Founded 1984
A premier non-profit organization dedicated to conserving India's cultural and natural heritage through nationwide conservation projects, public awareness campaigns, and extensive educational programs for students.
Opportunities from Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)
FILMIT - Heritage Short Film Workshop and Festival for School Students
by Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)
INTACH's national initiative training school students to make 3-minute short films on their city's heritage through guided workshops and a culminating film festival.
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INTACH India Heritage Quiz Competition
by Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)
A national-level team quiz competition for students of grades 7-10, focusing on India's rich cultural, natural, and architectural heritage.
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About
The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) is a leading non-profit organization established in 1984 with a vision to spearhead heritage awareness and conservation in India. It is dedicated to preserving the nation's vast natural, built, and cultural heritage for future generations. With a nationwide network of over 228 chapters, INTACH is one of the world's largest heritage organizations. The institution undertakes diverse activities, including monument restoration, documentation of unprotected heritage sites, and advocacy for heritage-conscious policies, making a significant impact on conservation efforts across the country. Through its specialized Heritage Education and Communication Service (HECS), INTACH actively engages with the youth. It establishes Heritage Clubs in schools, conducts workshops, organizes the acclaimed INTACH Heritage Quiz, and hosts heritage walks to instill a sense of pride and responsibility among students, ensuring the stewardship of India's legacy.
Affiliations
Programs offered
- Heritage Clubs for Schools
- INTACH Heritage Quiz
- Heritage Walks and Tours
- Educational Workshops on Art, Craft, and Culture
- Young INTACH Competitions
- FILMIT India Project
- College Heritage Volunteer Training
- Teacher Training Workshops
Achievements
- Pioneered heritage conservation and awareness across India since its founding in 1984.
- Expanded its nationwide network to over 228 chapters, making it one of the world's largest heritage NGOs.
- Awarded special consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in 2007.
- Successfully restored and conserved numerous monuments, natural heritage sites, and material heritage across India.
- Documents unprotected heritage sites to formulate conservation plans and advocates for heritage-supportive policies.
- Recipient of multiple UNESCO, national, and international awards for excellence in conservation.
Leadership
- Shri Ashok Singh Thakur, Chairman (INTACH)
- Mr. Ravindra Singh IAS (Retd.), Member Secretary (INTACH)
- Ms. Purnima Datt, Principal Director, Heritage Education and Communication Service (HECS) (INTACH)
Contact information
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