Archives of Contemporary India

Ashoka University had the distinct honour of hosting Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Hon’ble 14th President of India on 14 May 2026. We are deeply grateful for his time, encouragement, and valuable presence at the Archives of Contemporary India.

On the birth anniversary of Nand Chaturvedi, ACI honours his enduring contribution to Indian literature and social thought. Link to access the catalogue of Nand Chaturvedi: archives.ashoka.edu.in/paper_details/… @Ashoka_Archives

World Heritage Day, 18th April, dive into the past and explore the legacy we preserve for the future. Explore our archival collections: archives.ashoka.edu.in/collection-a-z @WorldHeritageDay @PreserveHistory @Ashoka_Archives

On K. Shankar Bajpai’s birth anniversary, ACI honours his diplomatic legacy. The papers of both him and his distinguished father, G. S. Bajpai, are housed at ACI. Click here to view more: archives.ashoka.edu.in/paper_details/… @Ashoka_Archives

Visit of Members of the Public Affairs Forum of India to ACI, 26 March 2026. @Ashoka_Archives

ACI is pleased to acquire the second installment of the papers of art historian Kavita Singh. The collection serves as an important resource for researchers in art history, museum studies and South Asian cultural studies. @Ashoka_Archives

Warm birthday greetings to legendary Sai Paranjpye whose films and writings have brought sensitivity, wit and humanity to Indian cinema and theatre. Click here to see the catalogue: archives.ashoka.edu.in/gallery/173978… Click here to view Sai’s visit to ACI: archives.ashoka.edu.in/event/details/…

Glimpses from Amrita Shah's talk on her book 'The Other Mohan'. @Ashoka_Archives

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An engaging and thought provoking book discussion. @Ashoka_Archives

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On the 115th birth anniversary of Agyeya (7 March 1911 – 4 April 1987), we pay tribute to one of the foremost architects of modern Hindi literature — a poet, novelist, editor, and visionary thinker whose literary legacy continues to illuminate generations. @Ashoka_Archives

Deeply regret the passing away of H.K. Dua, veteran journalist and former diplomat. He had very kindly donated his papers to ACI in 2017. Click here to access the catalogue : archives.ashoka.edu.in/gallery/165306…

ACI is privileged to receive the papers of Pupul Jayakar, the noted cultural activist and writer, known for the revival of traditional handlooms and handicrafts in post-independent India.

ACI has recently acquired the Papers of Shekhar Singh, noted activist and academic. This valuable collection offers rich insights into RTI movt. in India, along with material on philosophy & ethical governance, environment, large dams, forests, wild life, NE India, A&N Islands.

Honoured by the visit of Shailaja Chandra, former Chief Secretary, Delhi, and Ramesh Chandra, former Principal Secretary, GOI to ACI on Friday, 13 Feb 2026. @Ashoka_Archives

ACI is delighted to announce the acquisition of the eighth installment of the Gopalkrishna Gandhi Papers from Chennai on 8 February 2026. This significant collection is an invaluable resource for scholars working on modern Indian political history, diplomacy and public policy.

We are pleased to announce the acquisition of the second instalment of the personal papers of eminent urban historian and academic, Narayani Gupta, by the Archives of Contemporary India. @Ashoka_Archives

Tribute to Kailash Sankhala (1925-1994) on his 101st Birth Anniversary. He was a leading figure in tiger conservation and the first director of 'Project Tiger'. He played a significant role in the conservation of tigers and transformed the wildlife protection efforts in India.