Himalaya from 170 yrs ago on display for 1st time: India’s first glimpse of work by German explorer-siblings
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Summary
An exhibition featuring 77 historic images by the Schlagintweit brothers of the Himalayas opens in Delhi, showcasing their 19th-century survey work.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
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PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
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