The seminar will delve into the complex challenges of heritage conservation in the face of rapid urbanization, examining how expanding cities reshape the preservation of cultural and architectural heritage. It will explore the impact of cultural exchanges on conservation practices, highlighting how global influences have shaped architecture, urban planning and heritage policies.

 
PROGRAM 

h. 10:00
Openings,  Pilar M Guerrieri/DAStU Giulia Setti/DAStU

h. 10:15 
The Fragility of Built Heritage in Indian Cities, The Use, Abuse and Misuse of a Cultural Legacy
AG Krishna Menon/INTACH

h. 11:15
Unintentional Monuments, A view on Conservation of Modern Architecture in India (Online)
Jigna Desai/CEPT University

h. 12:00 - 12:30
Open Debate 

Discussants:
Silvia Bodei/DAStU
Davide Del Curto / DAStU
Sylvie Dominique/Delhi University


SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM

10 April, h. 10:00 Environmental Analysis In Indian Urban Neighbourhoods
20 May, h. 10:00  Housing Typology Evolution in Indian Cities