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Hyderabad, October 15, 2024: Dr. Mehdi Khajepiri, Director of the Noor International Microfilm Centre, visited the Department of Heritage and Archaeology, Government of Telangana, on Tuesday to oversee ongoing efforts in manuscript preservation.
In April 2024, the Noor International Microfilm Centre, in collaboration with the Iran Culture House in New Delhi, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Heritage for the digitalization, repair, conservation, and cataloging of valuable manuscripts and documents. The initiative covers materials in multiple languages, including Persian, Urdu, Arabic, and Sanskrit. The work began in May 2024.
Since the project’s commencement, a team of specialists has made significant progress, having already restored and cataloged over 500 manuscripts and printed books. During his visit, Dr. Khajepiri inspected the ongoing work and provided further guidance to the team. He emphasized the importance of handling these delicate manuscripts, many of which have deteriorated and become brittle due to their age.
Dr. Khajepiri also highlighted the need for specialized expertise for the restoration of over 3,000 Ajanta paintings, which are in fragile condition. Experts from Iran will be brought in to assist with this crucial aspect of the preservation efforts.
The Department of Heritage continues its mission to protect and conserve Telangana’s rich historical and cultural legacy through this collaborative project.
