AIKYAM 2025: Bridging Cultures at UNESCO Heritage Sites
AIKYAM 2025, supported by RMZ and organized by Sopaan, celebrated cultural heritage and global diplomacy at Ajanta and Ellora from November 21-23, 2025. It marked the United Nations' 80th anniversary with performances, guided tours, and discussions on future cultural conservation and collaboration strategies.
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- India
AIKYAM 2025, a cultural milestone, unfolded at the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora, from November 21 to 23, 2025. Organized by Sopaan and backed by RMZ, the event celebrated 80 years of the United Nations by uniting art, heritage, and diplomacy on an unprecedented scale.
The three-day festival drew ambassadors, cultural luminaries, and patrons worldwide, immersing them in India's living heritage. Highlights included addresses by UNESCO officials, performances by international artists, and a classical concert once staged at the UN in New York, all underscoring themes of unity and cultural continuity.
AIKYAM 2025 emphasized the harmonious blend of cultural heritage, science, spirituality, and environmental responsibility. RMZ pledged ongoing support for India's cultural legacy, striving to balance development and conservation for a sustainable future within Maharashtra, underlining their commitment to cultural and economic advancements.
(With inputs from agencies.)

