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PM Pitches for UNESCO World Heritage Status for Meghalaya's Living Root Bridges
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 28 Jun 2026, 06:31 PM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has advocated for the UNESCO World Heritage tag for the unique living root bridges found in Meghalaya, highlighting their cultural and natural significance.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has put forth a proposal for the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage tag for Meghalaya's iconic living root bridges. These remarkable natural structures, formed by guiding the aerial roots of the Ficus elastica tree across rivers and streams, are a testament to indigenous innovation and sustainable living.
The living root bridges, primarily found in the Cherrapunji and Mawlynnong areas of Meghalaya, are not merely architectural marvels but also represent a deep connection between the local Khasi communities and their environment. The process of nurturing these bridges takes decades, showcasing a unique blend of ecological understanding and traditional craftsmanship.
This initiative by the Prime Minister aims to bring global recognition to these extraordinary natural and cultural assets, potentially boosting tourism and preserving the unique heritage of the region for future generations.
The living root bridges, primarily found in the Cherrapunji and Mawlynnong areas of Meghalaya, are not merely architectural marvels but also represent a deep connection between the local Khasi communities and their environment. The process of nurturing these bridges takes decades, showcasing a unique blend of ecological understanding and traditional craftsmanship.
This initiative by the Prime Minister aims to bring global recognition to these extraordinary natural and cultural assets, potentially boosting tourism and preserving the unique heritage of the region for future generations.