PARIS, NOV 29 (DNA) – Pakistan’s first independent nomination age old  ‘Suri Jagek’ tradition was successfully adopted for inscription as Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) in need of urgent safeguarding at the ongoing 13th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee being held in Mauritius today.

The Permanent Delegate of Pakistan to UNESCO and Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque while commenting upon this latest development in Paris termed the adoption of the ‘Suri Jagek’ tradition by UNESCO as historical achievement.

He said that this vital and unique tradition will now be protected as part of shared human heritage of the entire world and will continue to serve its spiritual and utilitarian purposes.

UNESCO adopts Pakistan’s ‘Suri Jagek’ tradition as cultural heritage

 The Pakistan’s Permanent Delegate to UNESCO said that this achievement also reflects the priority of the current government  to place  culture at heart of development policy and as an essential investment in our future.

He said that adoption of ‘Suri Jagek’ being Pakistan’s first ever independent nomination at this forum was a milestone towards ensuring better visibility of our rich folklore traditions and diverse cultural heritage at the international platform.

 ‘Suri Jagek’ (observing the sun) is a traditional meteorological and astronomical practices based on observation of the sun, moon and stars in reference to the local topography.

It was the element of indigenous Kalasha knowledge of nature and universe. This practice plays a pivotal role in the Kalasha community’s observance of significant social events like festivals, feasts, rituals; animal husbandry and farming practices.=DNA

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