New Delhi (Aryavarth): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted Charaideo Moidam, a unique 700-year-old mound-burial system of the Ahom dynasty of Assam, during the 112th episode of his monthly radio broadcast, Maan Ki Baat.
Charaideo Moidam: The Mund-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty has been announced for inclusion under the category of cultural property at the 46th World Heritage Committee meeting that is being held in New Delhi from July 21 to 31, 2024. This is the 443rd world heritage site in India listed by UNESCO.
In his Maan Ki Baat address, PM Modi said, “Charaideo Moidam of Assam is being included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This will be the 43rd site in India, but the first site in the north-east. Charaideo means ‘a shining city on the hills’. This was the first capital of the Ahom Dynasty. People of the Ahom Dynasty traditionally kept the bodies of their ancestors and their valuables in Moidam.”
Moidam is a holik-like structure that is covered with soil on top and has one or more rooms below. This is a symbol of respect for the late kings and dignitaries of the Ahom empire, as the Prime Minister mentioned.
The Prime Minister said that this way of showing respect to one’s ancestors is very unique.
“Community worship was also performed at this place. Starting in the 13th century, this empire lasted until the beginning of the 19th century. It is a big achievement for an empire to continue for such a long period of time. Perhaps the principles and beliefs of the Ahom empire were so strong that they kept this dynasty alive for so long,” he said.
Recalling the statue unveiling earlier this year at Charaideo Moidam, PM Modi said, “I had the privilege of unveiling the tallest structure on March 9 this year of the great Ahom warrior Lachit Borphukan, a symbol of courage and bravery in Assam. You too should definitely include this site in your travel plans in the future.”
The Prime Minister also lauded the participants of the International Mathematics Olympiad and interacted with them.
“A few days ago, the Olympics also took place in the world of mathematics—the International Mathematics Olympiad. Youth from more than 100 centuries participated in the International Mathematics Olympiad, and in the overall tally, our team has been successful in reaching the top five.”
He also urged youth math experts to take inspiration from them and enjoy mathematics.
Maan Ki Baat is Prime Minister Modi’s monthly radio programme, where he discusses important national issues with the citizens of dia. The programme is broadcast on the last Sunday of every month. Launched on October 3, 2014, Maan Ki Baat aims to connect with various segments of Indian society, encompassing women, the elderly, and the youth.
Apart from 22 Indian languages and 29 dialects, ‘Maan Ki Baat is broadcast in 11 foreign languages, including French, Chinese, Indonesian, Tibetan, Burmese, Baluchi, Arabic, Pashtu, Persian, Dari, and Swahili. Maan Ki Baat is broadcast by more than 500 centres of All India Radio.