Seminar Organized on the Occasion of International Museum Day
Museums Are Not Just Heritage Preservation Centers but Powerful Mediums for Connecting Society – Dr. Neelanjan Khatua
Udaipur | On the occasion of International Museum Day 2026, a special seminar and discussion program on the theme “Museums Connecting a Divided World” was organized at the Zonal Anthropological Museum, Pratap Nagar. The event was jointly organized by the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), Udaipur Chapter, and the Anthropological Survey of India, Government of India, Western Regional Centre.
The program featured detailed discussions on the contemporary relevance of museums, preservation of cultural heritage, community participation, and the evolving role of museums through modern technologies. Around 50 participants attended the seminar, including INTACH members, researchers, academicians, school principals and teachers, museum experts, and art and culture enthusiasts.
The event began with the welcome of guests and the screening of a documentary film by the Anthropological Survey of India. On this occasion, Dr. Neelanjan Khatua, Head of Office and Deputy Director (Culture) at the Anthropological Survey of India, said that museums are not merely places for preserving historical heritage, but also powerful platforms that establish meaningful dialogue between society, culture, and communities.
Gaurav Singhvi, Convener of the INTACH Udaipur Chapter, delivered a lecture on the topic “Beyond Display: What Is the Real Identity of a Museum?” He said that modern museums are no longer just exhibition spaces for objects, but are becoming vibrant centers of cultural memories, emotions, and social consciousness. He emphasized that museums play an important role in connecting people with their cultural roots, history, and folk traditions.
Highlighting the role of schools and educational institutions, he said that introducing students to museum culture from an early stage can help develop awareness and responsibility toward cultural heritage conservation. He also stressed the importance of innovations such as digital technology, interactive displays, storytelling, and participatory activities to engage young people with museums.
During the program, digital artist Dr. Gaurav Sharma delivered a lecture on “The History of Digital Art and the Qualifications of an Artist,” highlighting the possibilities of preserving and presenting cultural heritage through digital mediums.
At the end of the program, Assistant Keeper of the Museum, Ms. Sudipa Mondal, delivered the vote of thanks. The event concluded with a guided tour of the museum gallery, where participants observed various cultural and anthropological exhibits.
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