New Delhi, May 12: A total of 11,614 manuscripts have been surveyed in Bhagalpur district as part of the Knowledge Bharat Mission, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Culture of the Government of India and the Bihar Government. These ancient handwritten texts and documents have been sourced from various locations, including the Champapur Digambar Jain Temple, Bhagwan Library, Shah Market’s Peer Damdiya, Tilka Manjhi University Central Library, and Bhagalpur Museum. They have been uploaded to the Knowledge Bharat mobile app through the district administration.
Ankit Ranjan, the district officer for art and culture, stated that individuals or organizations possessing manuscript collections can upload details such as quantity and photographs via the Knowledge Bharat Mission mobile app to share information with the government. He clarified that the ownership of the manuscripts will remain with the original collectors. The mission aims to showcase the Indian knowledge tradition comprehensively, facilitating research and publication while bringing hidden knowledge to light. Those who register authentic manuscripts on the app may receive recognition from the district administration as an incentive.
Ranjan explained that manuscripts include handwritten texts or documents of cultural, historical, religious, or literary significance. They must be at least 75 years old and written on paper, palm leaves, cloth, or other materials.
On Monday, the district art and culture officer completed a survey of 705 manuscripts at Maharshi Mehi Ashram, Kuppa Ghat. These manuscripts, written and collected by Maharshi Mehi, encompass a unique collection of Ang culture, justice, and short stories. Notable attendees included Guru Sevi Swami Bhagirath Ji Maharaj, Swami Nathu Baba, Swami Pankaj Baba, and Swami Uday Baba. A newly established library at Bhagalpur Museum will be inaugurated on May 14.
Ranjan urged scholars, writers, and book lovers to donate any books or texts they possess on art, culture, or history to the museum, allowing the general public to access them. Many scholars are joining this initiative to enhance the literary energy of the library. In this context, several books published by Maharshi Mehi Ashram, courtesy of Guru Sevi Swami Bhagirath Maharaj, have been donated to the museum’s library by assistant curator Ankit Ranjan.
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