| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Deepavali inscribed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List 2025 |
| Recognizing Body | UNESCO |
| List Name | Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity |
| Purpose of the List | Safeguard living heritage (oral traditions, festivals, crafts, rituals) |
| Key Aspects of Deepavali | Victory of light over darkness, community gatherings, traditional crafts, diya lighting, inclusivity |
| Other Indian Entries | Durga Puja, Kumbh Mela, Vedic chanting, Ramlila, Kutiyattam, Chhau dance, Kalbelia |
| New 2025 Entries | India: Deepavali; Bangladesh: Tangail saree weaving |
| Significance | Enhances India's cultural soft power, preserves traditions, promotes global awareness |
| Static Facts | - List established by: UNESCO <br> - Total 2025 entries: 20 |
