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 urban planning strategies and heritage policies.


PROGRAM 

h. 10:00 -10:15 Openings Pilar M Guerrieri/DAStU Giulia Setti/DAStU
h. 10:15 - 11:00  The Fragility of Built Heritage in Indian Cities, The Use, Abuse and Misuse of a Cultural Legacy, AG Krishna Menon/INTACH
h. 11:15 - 12:00: 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
Sylvie Dominique/Delhi University


SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM
10 April, h. 10:00-12:30, Environmental Analysis In Indian Urban Neighbourhoods
20 May, h. 10:00-12:30, Housing Typology Evolution in Indian Cities