The article first appeared in The Indian Express on February 28, 2024
Under India’s G20 presidency, members for the first time unanimously endorsed the advancement of culture as a standalone goal in the New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration and the Outcome Document of the Culture Working Group, called the Kashi Culture Pathway. This milestone marks a paradigm shift in the global development strategy as it underscores culture as a fundamental pillar for inclusive and sustainable development and recognises its impact on social inclusion and economic growth.