Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed happiness that Assam’s Charaideo Maidam has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage list.

He said that it is a matter of immense joy and pride for India.

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The Maidams at Charaideo showcase the glorious Ahom culture, which places utmost reverence to ancestors, Mr Modi said.

Responding to an X post of UNESCO about its World Heritage listing, the Prime Minister said: “A matter of immense joy and pride for India!”

“The Maidams at Charaideo showcase the glorious Ahom culture, which places utmost reverence to ancestors. I hope more people learn about the great Ahom rule and culture. Glad that the Maidams join the #WorldHeritage List,” the Prime Minister said.

The Maidams are the burial mounds of the Ahom kings, Queens and Nobles.