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Culture ministry mulls app to make ancient manuscripts available online

The New Indian Express Kannur

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July 19, 2025

In a major step towards preserving India's ancient knowledge systems, the Ministry of Culture will soon roll out a mobile application and web portal offering public access to digitised versions of rare and historical manuscripts under the 'Gyan Bharatam Mission'.

- PARVEZ SULTAN @New Delhi

The upcoming app—available on Android and iOS platforms—will provide researchers, historians, and enthusiasts access to centuries-old manuscripts directly on their smartphones. Officials confirmed that the app will also include interactive tutorials, real-time document translation, mobile search optimisation, and a secure payment gateway for premium services and subscriptions.

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