PM Modi’s Gyan Bharatam Portal: A Game-Changer for India’s Ancient Manuscripts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched the Gyan Bharatam Portal, a major step to safeguard and share India’s rich manuscript heritage. This digital platform will catalogue, preserve, and make accessible millions of ancient manuscripts scattered across India and the world. These priceless documents hold centuries-old knowledge that has shaped global civilizations, and now they’re going digital for everyone to explore.
Experts, students, and scholars from India and nearby countries are thrilled about this initiative. They see it as a way to put India’s intellectual treasures on the world stage. Dr. Puneet Gupta, a top manuscript expert, called it a "huge boost at the international level." He pointed out that India boasts over a crore manuscripts, packed with wisdom that influenced societies for thousands of years. "The PM’s eight expert committees will help preserve, interpret, and present these as global heritage," Dr. Gupta added.
Students are equally excited. Akshat Bundela described the portal as "a massive global achievement." He loved how AI powers the digitization process and said it lays a strong foundation for a developed India by 2047. "It empowers young leaders, and the government’s push to bring back manuscripts from abroad is fantastic," Akshat shared.
Divya from the Indian Institute of Heritage stressed how digitization opens doors for researchers. "Many manuscripts sit in private collections, out of reach. This portal gives us access to that invaluable knowledge," she said. She also praised PM Modi’s deep passion for manuscripts and his energetic presence at the launch.
From Rajasthan, Dr. Surendra Kumar Sharma commended the PM for reviving India’s global traditions. "This knowledge was locked away in museums for centuries. Now, the Gyan Bharatam Portal will bring it to every home," he noted. Dr. Sharma called for better data collection and urged community groups to team up with the government to publish and spread this wisdom.
Even voices from neighboring Nepal are praising the effort. Neeraj Dahal, an assistant professor at Nepal Sanskrit University, appreciated India’s role in protecting Sanskrit knowledge. "The portal unites state-level projects, making it simpler for researchers to access manuscripts," he said. He views it as a key move for unified preservation and study.
Students like Kunal Bhardwaj from Himachal Pradesh drew inspiration from the PM’s speech. "We learned so much and felt motivated. Repatriating and conserving these manuscripts is vital for future generations. It could uncover new knowledge and benefit the world," Kunal said.
Jitendra Meghwal from Rajasthan highlighted the portal’s focus on manuscript museums, digitization, and research methods. He admired the PM’s drive to bring back Indian manuscripts from foreign shores. "Seeing the PM up close for the first time was special—his passion for this is truly inspiring," Jitendra added.
Markandeya Tiwari from Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University called the government’s plan "vast and full of promise." He believes it will help India reclaim its spot as the "world’s guru" by conserving and promoting ancient texts. "The exhibition revealed many unknown manuscripts, showing why preservation matters," Tiwari said.
PhD scholar Prachi was moved by the PM’s words on India’s cultural roots. "He reminded us that understanding our manuscripts is key to grasping India’s essence. We’re on track to lead as a global knowledge hub," she said, thanking the PM.
Pankaj Kumar Sharma from Koba Gyan Mandir explained the need for a single platform. "Each manuscript holds hundreds of texts, but there’s no full catalog yet. Once complete, Indians and the world can easily tap into this knowledge," he noted. He also lauded the PM’s visit to Mongolia to learn about their manuscript preservation techniques.
Dr. Uttam Singh from Agartala sees the portal as a golden opportunity for scholars and youth. "It lets us access ancient scriptures unpublished for centuries, bringing forgotten knowledge back to life and aiding researchers," he said.
Research scholar Shivani shared her thrill at seeing PM Modi in person. She recalled his insights on Mongolian manuscripts linked to Indian epics like the Ramayana. "His grasp of manuscript tech at places like Nalanda and Mysore is amazing," she remarked.
Others, including Ganesh and Ashish Kankariya from Pune, and PhD student Hemant from Rajasthan University, echoed the excitement. They all agree the Gyan Bharatam Portal could unlock India’s ancient knowledge treasure for generations to come.
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