LEAD NEWS: PRIME MINISTER EXPRESSES HAPPINESS AS LUCKNOW DESIGNATED A UNESCO CREATIVE CITY OF GASTRONOMY

(Lucknow’s inclusion in UNESCO’s renowned Creative Cities Network in the field of gastronomy is a matter of pride not only for Uttar Pradesh but for the entire India. This achievement is a global recognition of Lucknow’s rich culinary tradition and cultural heritage.)

TTT NEWS NETWORK

NEW DELHI | 1 NOVEMBER 2025

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed happiness over Lucknow being designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.

The Prime Minister said that Lucknow is synonymous with a vibrant culture, at the heart of which lies its rich culinary tradition. He noted that UNESCO’s recognition highlights this distinctive aspect of the city and called upon people from around the world to visit Lucknow and experience its uniqueness.

Responding to a post by the Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, regarding this development, PM Narendra  Modi wrote on X;

“Lucknow is synonymous with a vibrant culture, at the core of which is a great culinary culture. I am glad that UNESCO has recognised this aspect of Lucknow and I call upon people from around the world to visit Lucknow and discover its uniqueness.”

“ Lucknow has been designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, a recognition of its distinguished culinary heritage and invaluable contribution to India’s rich gastronomic traditions. This honour enhances Lucknow’s global stature, positioning it as a premier destination for food and culture, and opens new avenues for tourism promotion, culture-led economic growth, heritage conservation, and international collaboration through the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. Guided by the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, India’s timeless traditions, culture, and values continue to attain unprecedented recognition and respect on the global stage,” says union minister of Tourism and culture, Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in his X handle .

External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar  writes in his X handle, “Pleased at the designation of Lucknow as a @UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. A deserving recognition of Lucknow’s unique culinary culture as well as India’s diverse gastronomy traditions.”