MAATI Convention 2025: Heritage Undiscovered – Debating the Unrecognised
MAATI is proud to present the MAATI Convention 2025, in collaboration with ICICH-ICOMOS as our knowledge partner. The proceedings and research papers from this convention will be published in Volume 2, Issue 1 of MAATI KATHA Magazine.
About the Convention
The MAATI Convention 2025 revolves around a fundamental question: What should be considered heritage, and why?
While many sites and traditions receive formal recognition, numerous others remain overlooked despite their cultural, historical, or social significance. This convention aims to initiate critical discussions on heritage recognition, shedding light on lesser-known examples that deserve attention. Through paper presentations, debates, and collaborative discussions, we will explore the complexities of identifying, documenting, and conserving both recognised and unrecognised heritage.
???? Objectives of the Convention
Challenge existing frameworks of heritage recognition by examining biases, overlooked histories, and intangible cultural practices.
Address modern challenges such as urbanisation, globalisation, and climate change.
Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among architects, conservators, historians, and policymakers.
Draft inclusive policies and frameworks for broader and more equitable heritage conservation.
???? Convention Structure
The event will feature paper presentations across eight sub-themes, followed by moderated debates on critical issues. The final day will focus on a collaborative policy development session, where experts and participants will draft actionable guidelines for future heritage conservation efforts.
Special Guests
Chief Guest: Prof. Neelkanth Chhaya
Keynote Speaker: Prof. Dr. Navin Piplani
ICICH Delegate: Ana Lucia Gonzalez Ibanez
Guests of Honor: Saleem Beg, Dr. Sanjib Kumar Borkakoti, Dr. Mohammad Farhan Fazli, Gurmeet Sangha Rai, Dr. Rima Hooja, Dr. Ajay Khare, Dr. Mahua Mukherjee, Dr. Venugopal B., Dr. Mrinalini Atrey, Ananya Bhattacharya, Dr. Shikha Jain, Dr. Nisar Khan, Dr. Niyati Jigyasu, Ashish Trambadia, Divay Gupta, Annabel Lopez, Dilip Changkakoty, Prof. GSV Suryanarayana Murthy, Xavier Benedict, Poonam Trambadia, Dr. Molly Kaushal
???? Expected Outcomes
Deepen understanding of heritage recognition challenges.
Produce policy recommendations for integrating unrecognised heritage into conservation frameworks.
Build a strong professional network dedicated to inclusive and sustainable heritage conservation.
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Join us in this historic initiative to redefine and broaden the scope of heritage conservation!
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