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Lucknow's Culinary Crown: UNESCO Honors City's Rich Food Heritage Amid Global Praise

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has joined nationwide celebrations after Lucknow received UNESCO's Creative City of Gastronomy designation. He emphasized that Lucknow represents vibrant culture with rich culinary traditions at its core. The UNESCO recognition highlights this distinctive aspect of the city's identity and heritage. This global honor positions Lucknow as a premier destination for food enthusiasts worldwide while opening new tourism and economic opportunities.

Key Points: PM Modi Celebrates Lucknow UNESCO Creative City Gastronomy Honor

  • PM Modi calls upon global food enthusiasts to visit and experience Lucknow's uniqueness
  • UNESCO recognition highlights city's distinguished culinary heritage and traditions
  • Designation enhances Lucknow's global stature as premier food destination
  • Honor opens new avenues for tourism promotion and culture-led economic growth
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PM Modi hails UNESCO honour for Lucknow's culinary tradition

PM Modi invites global food lovers to experience Lucknow after UNESCO designates it Creative City of Gastronomy, recognizing its rich culinary traditions and vibrant culture.

"Lucknow is synonymous with a vibrant culture, at the core of which is a great culinary culture. - PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, Nov 1

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday joined the nationwide celebrations on Lucknow being designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy – a global recognition for Indian culture and traditions.

Calling upon food lovers from across the world to visit Lucknow, the Prime Minister, in a message on X, said that Lucknow is synonymous with a vibrant culture, at the heart of which lies its rich culinary tradition.

He noted that UNESCO’s recognition highlights this distinctive aspect of the city and called upon people, tourists, and travellers to experience Lucknow’s uniqueness at least once.

Responding to a post by the Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who shared the information on the UNESCO honour for Uttar Pradesh’s capital, PM Modi wrote on X: “Lucknow is synonymous with a vibrant culture, at the core of which is a great culinary culture. I am glad that UNESCO has recognised this aspect of Lucknow, and I call upon people from around the world to visit Lucknow and discover its uniqueness.”

Earlier, Shekhawat took to X to share the latest global honour for Lucknow.

“Lucknow has been designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, a recognition of its distinguished culinary heritage and invaluable contribution to India’s rich gastronomic traditions,” the Minister wrote on X.

He said, “This honour enhances Lucknow’s global stature, positioning it as a premier destination for food and culture, and opens new avenues for tourism promotion, culture-led economic growth, heritage conservation, and international collaboration through the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.”

He also credited PM Modi for sharing his vision for promoting Indian culture and traditions. “Guided by the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, India’s timeless traditions, culture, and values continue to attain unprecedented recognition and respect on the global stage,” said Shekhawat on X.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great news for Indian tourism! But I hope this recognition translates into better infrastructure and cleanliness in Lucknow. The city needs proper waste management and hygiene standards to truly benefit from this honor.
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David E
Visiting Lucknow last year was incredible! The food culture there is amazing - from street food to fine dining. The galouti kebabs and basket chaat are unforgettable. Well-deserved recognition!
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Anjali F
This is wonderful! Our government is doing great work in promoting Indian culture globally. More cities should get such recognition. Next should be Kolkata for its sweets and Hyderabad for biryani! 🍛
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Siddharth J
While I appreciate the recognition, I hope this doesn't lead to commercialization that destroys the authentic taste. The real Lucknowi food is in the old city lanes, not fancy restaurants.
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Michael C
As a food blogger, I've documented Lucknow's culinary scene extensively. The UNESCO recognition is well-deserved. The city's food heritage is a living museum of Mughal and Awadhi traditions. Can't wait to visit again!

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