World heritage tag to Hoysala temples: Here's what CM Siddaramaiah said…

India celebrated as the Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas were included in UNESCO's World Heritage List. Here's what CM Siddaramaiah said.

Published on: Sep 20, 2023, 10:38:10 IST

By Yamini C S

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The southern state of Karnataka swelled with pride as the 'Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysala' was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with several notable figures also expressing happiness at the announcement.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said it is a matter of happiness and pride that the Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.

The number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India has grown to 42 after the inclusion of the Hoysala temples of Belur, Halebid and Somnathapura, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) said.

READ | Hoysala Temples in Karnataka now India's 42nd UNESCO's World Heritage site

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also shared on social media that it is a matter of happiness and pride that the Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.

“It is a matter of happiness and pride that the Hoysala temples of Karunadu (Karnataka) have been included in the list of World Heritage Sites. Our government is committed to providing world-class infrastructure and safety to tourists visiting the country's tourist destinations. Welcome to Karnataka, the cradle of historical places and shrines,” the Chief Minister said in a post on 'X'.

BJP MP for Bengaluru South, Tejasvi Surya also shared his views, posting that it is a big day for Karnataka.

“Big Day for Karnataka as Hoysala Temples gets listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Pending since 2014, PM Sri @narendramodi Ji led-govt resubmitted nomination dossier in 2022-23. Within a year, Temples Channakeshava, Hoyasaleshwara & Keshava, which are testimony to architectural marvel & resemble historical richness of Karnataka gets its due,” he said in the post.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also conveyed happiness at the news, writing that it is a joyous occasion for the nation.

Taking to social media platform, X, Shah said, “It is a joyous occasion for our nation that two of our cultural legacies have been included in UNESCO's List of World Heritage Sites. Santiniketan in West Bengal and the Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas in Karnataka are living testaments to the eternity of our culture. While Santiniketan, the abode of Kaviguru Rabindranath Tagore's worldview, fosters the infinite evolution of human potential, the Hoysala temples are the manifestation of the pinnacle of our craftsmanship. My heartfelt congratulations to the citizens on this momentous occasion.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared on the micro-blogging site that these temples are a testament to India’s rich cultural heritage.

“More pride for India! The magnificent Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas have been inscribed on the @UNESCO World Heritage List. The timeless beauty and intricate details of the Hoysala temples are a testament to India's rich cultural heritage and the exceptional craftsmanship of our ancestors,” he wrote.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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