Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh joined the celebrations at the historic Sri Ram Temple in Kenya to mark Diwali’s inclusion in UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Built in 1919, Shri Ram’s Temple stands as a testament to the cultural pride of India and shared historical ties between India and Kenya. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that under the able leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this milestone truly reflects the global appreciation of India’s timeless traditions and the universal message of peace and harmony.

The Minister is in Kenya to attend the seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA), scheduled from December 8-12.