India, Sri Lanka Partner to Digitise 100 Ancient Buddhist Manuscripts
What Happened
India and Sri Lanka are collaborating under the SAMHiTA project to digitise 100 ancient manuscripts at Colombo's Gangaramaya Temple. The India International Centre leads the government-supported initiative, with local experts carrying out digitisation under an agreement signed in July 2026. The work is expected to finish by November 2026, preserving Buddhist texts and historical knowledge for future generations.
Key Takeaways
The initiative aims to preserve fragile manuscripts, improve access to historical knowledge and strengthen India-Sri Lanka cultural cooperation. Gangaramaya Temple is the first Sri Lankan institution participating in the project.