Intach Mumbai

Intach Mumbai The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) was founded in 1984 to preserve India's tangible and intangible heritage.

The INTACH Mumbai Chapter has been involved with a number of important projects, including the preparation of a comprehensive development plan for Elephanta caves and island, preparing the document for World Heritage status for the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, the restoration of the fire damaged Municipal Corporation Hall, the restoration of the Afghan Church, the refurbishment of the Gateway of

India plaza and the restoration and adaptive reuse of Jinnah House as a South Asia Cultural Centre. It has been involved in various efforts to protect, restore and promote heritage in the city. The INTACH Art Conservation Centre, established in 2004, has restored and conserved over 4000 artefacts, rare books and manuscripts at the museum.

FilmIt Orientation Workshop | INTACH Greater Mumbai ChapterWhat does it take to tell a story through film? On Thursday, ...
20/08/2026

FilmIt Orientation Workshop | INTACH Greater Mumbai Chapter

What does it take to tell a story through film?

On Thursday, 13 August, the INTACH Greater Mumbai Chapter, in collaboration with the HECS Division, organised a FilmIt Orientation Workshop at the IESCOA Auditorium, bringing together more than 75 students from 11 schools.

The workshop conducted by flim maker Shikha Gupta, introduced young participants to the many elements that go into making a film, from developing an idea and framing a shot to understanding camera angles, composition, lighting and the use of natural light.

The students also learnt the nuts and bolts of filmmaking: shooting, editing, recording voice-overs and adding music to bring their stories to life. It was an engaging, hands on introduction to the creative and technical possibilities of filmmaking, encouraging students to look at the world around them with a more observant eye.

We were especially delighted to have Ms. Purnima Dutt travel from Delhi especially to conduct the workshop and share her knowledge and experience with the students.

A heartfelt thank you to IESCOA and Mr. Shripad Bhalerao for their generous support in making the workshop possible.

Here’s to encouraging the next generation of young storytellers one frame at a time!

Katyayani Agarwal Rajul Dhaimade Anita Yewale Adil Dholakia Asad Lalljee patel Kirtida Unwalla

Visit to Royal Opera House with Kruti GargThe walk begins by tracing the evolution of theatres and performance spaces in...
18/08/2026

Visit to Royal Opera House with Kruti Garg

The walk begins by tracing the evolution of theatres and performance spaces in Mumbai, exploring how the city’s vibrant cultural landscape gave rise to iconic entertainment venues.

Participants will then journey through the remarkable history of the Royal Opera House—from its conception and architectural influences to its significance in the social and cultural life of Bombay. A key highlight of the walk is an insider’s perspective on the conservation of the Royal Opera House, documenting the extensive restoration work ,conservation philosophy, technical challenges, discoveries made during restoration, and the collaborative efforts that brought this landmark back to life.

About the Expert:
Kruti Garg is a conservation architect with over two decades of professional experience in conservation, restoration, adaptive reuse, and interpretation of historic buildings and cultural sites. As an Associate partner and Director at Abha Narain Lambah Associates, she has contributed and led many award-winning conservation, adaptive reuse and museum projects that have shaped the firm's national and international reputation combining rigorous conservation practice with design, research and heritage interpretation.
Beyond her architectural practice, Kruti is committed to making heritage more accessible and engaging for diverse audiences. She has conceptualized and led numerous heritage walks, public lectures, and educational initiatives that explore the history, architecture, and urban evolution of Mumbai. She also headed the Heritage Walks vertical at the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival for a decade curating, creating and leading engaging public programs around the city's cultural heritage.

Date: Sunday, 30th August
Time: 10.00 am - 12.00 pm
₹800 members/ ₹1000 non-members
To Register whatsapp on 8087773299

DISCLAIMER:
•⁠ ⁠No refunds
•⁠ ⁠No adjustments for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the walk
•⁠ ⁠Cancellations 48–72 hours in advance with a valid reason may be adjusted against a future walk (conditions apply)
•⁠ ⁠If the adjusted walk costs less, no refund is issued. If it costs more, the difference must be paid.

On World Elephant Day, 12 August 2026, INTACH Mumbai, in collaboration with NGMA Mumbai and Avid Learning, had the most ...
13/08/2026

On World Elephant Day, 12 August 2026, INTACH Mumbai, in collaboration with NGMA Mumbai and Avid Learning, had the most wonderful opportunity to host an evening dedicated to one of the world’s most magnificent, intelligent and amiable creatures—the elephant.

The evening was graced by the presence of Bittu Sahgal, the renowned wildlife conservationist, and attended by people who share a love for elephants and a commitment to conserving and protecting them from the many threats they face today.

Passionately describing elephants as the “engineers and architects of the forests” in his opening remarks, Bittu Sahgal brought the evening alive with his delightful and deeply meaningful wildlife stories and teachings. His words not only enlightened the audience but also reminded us of the intricate role elephants play in sustaining the ecosystems they inhabit.

Loved, revered and respected by people and cultures across the world, particularly in India and Southeast Asia, the elephant holds a significance that extends far beyond the natural world. This was beautifully brought to life through a short presentation by Utkarsh and Arundhuti of the Mythology Project, who explored the many cultural and mythological associations of this magnificent creature.

The evening continued with the screening of GAJA LOK, a film that traces the elephant’s origins, journey and evolution through the ages and continents, while also turning its lens towards the conservation efforts being undertaken in India. The film brought into focus the urgent need to protect this remarkable species and work towards a harmonious coexistence between humans and elephants—a relationship that has existed since time immemorial.

An evening of stories, knowledge, mythology, film and, above all, a shared commitment to the elephant—an extraordinary creature that has walked alongside humankind for millennia.



Katyayani Agarwal Rajul Dhaimade Anita Yewale Adil Dholakia Utkarsh patel Asad Lalljee Kirtida Unwalla

On World Elephant Day, 12 August 2026, INTACH Mumbai, in collaboration with NGMA Mumbai and Avid Learning, had the most ...
13/08/2026

On World Elephant Day, 12 August 2026, INTACH Mumbai, in collaboration with NGMA Mumbai and Avid Learning, had the most wonderful opportunity to host an evening dedicated to one of the world’s most magnificent, intelligent and amiable creatures—the elephant.

The evening was graced by the presence of Bittu Sahgal, the renowned wildlife conservationist, and attended by people who share a love for elephants and a commitment to conserving and protecting them from the many threats they face today.

Passionately describing elephants as the “engineers and architects of the forests” in his opening remarks, Bittu Sahgal brought the evening alive with his delightful and deeply meaningful wildlife stories and teachings. His words not only enlightened the audience but also reminded us of the intricate role elephants play in sustaining the ecosystems they inhabit.

Loved, revered and respected by people and cultures across the world, particularly in India and Southeast Asia, the elephant holds a significance that extends far beyond the natural world. This was beautifully brought to life through a short presentation by Utkarsh and Arundhuti of the Mythology Project, who explored the many cultural and mythological associations of this magnificent creature.

The evening continued with the screening of GAJA LOK, a film that traces the elephant’s origins, journey and evolution through the ages and continents, while also turning its lens towards the conservation efforts being undertaken in India. The film brought into focus the urgent need to protect this remarkable species and work towards a harmonious coexistence between humans and elephants—a relationship that has existed since time immemorial.

An evening of stories, knowledge, mythology, film and, above all, a shared commitment to the elephant—an extraordinary creature that has walked alongside humankind for millennia.

09/08/2026

EROS — A beautiful Sunday Morning of Memories

There are some places in Bombay that are more than just buildings. They hold memories, stories and a little piece of the city’s soul. EROS is one of them.

Conceptualised as a picture palace for Bombay in 1938 by Shiavax Cawasji Cambata, EROS came up on the newly reclaimed foreshore at one of the city’s most iconic locations. Standing at the crossroads of Bombay’s Victorian Gothic and Art Deco architectural worlds—both forming part of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage ensemble—it has watched the city change around it for nearly nine decades.

It was an absolute delight to be back at EROS this Sunday morning, revisiting old memories and discovering it anew, as Kirtida Unwalla and her team took us through its history and the painstaking three-year-long restoration journey. What will stay with us all most is Kirtida’s insistence on retaining the single-screen theatre as an integral part of EROS and, therefore, of Bombay’s heritage. The result is a smaller-capacity IMAX—the only one of its kind in the country: an IMAX theatre within a heritage building.

And then there are the details that make EROS what it is—the beautifully carved pillars, the balustrades, the bas-relief panels depicting the process of filmmaking, the frozen fountain… elements that have not merely been preserved but carefully restored and given a new life.

With remarkable patience, Kirtida took us through every stage of the restoration, using the video presentation in the central foyer and an extraordinary body of documentation. It gave us a fascinating glimpse into the THEN and NOW of EROS—and into the thought, care and commitment that went into bringing this much-loved picture palace back to life.For many of us, EROS was not simply a cinema. It was part of growing up in Bombay. And to walk through it again, to see its familiar details restored and glowing once more, was a beautiful reminder of how deeply the city’s buildings are woven into our own memories.

Katyayani Agarwal Rajul Dhaimade Anita Yewale Adil Dholakia Nayana Kathpalia Kirtida Unwalla Utkarsh patel Asad Lalljee

Special Screening of Gaja Lok on World Elephant DayThe INTACH Greater Mumbai Chapter in collaboration with NGMA Mumbai w...
03/08/2026

Special Screening of Gaja Lok on World Elephant Day

The INTACH Greater Mumbai Chapter in collaboration with NGMA Mumbai warmly invites you to a special screening of Gaja Lok: Wild. Sacred. Eternal., a documentary produced by the INTACH Headquarters as part of Project Gaja Lok, a national initiative that explores the cultural, historical, and ecological significance of elephants in India.

As part of a coordinated nationwide observance of World Elephant Day, INTACH Chapters across the country will be screening the film simultaneously on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.

We are honoured that Mr. Bittu Sahgal, Editor of Sanctuary Asia magazine and one of India's foremost voices for wildlife conservation, has kindly consented to be the Chief Guest for the Mumbai screening.

The evening will also feature a fascinating presentation on "Elephants in Mythology" by Utkarsh Patel, mythologist, and Arundhuti Dasgupta, exploring the enduring presence of elephants in India's myths, traditions, and cultural imagination.

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Venue: Jahangir Public Hall, National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), Sir Cowasji Jehangir Public Hall, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Mumbai – 400032

Join us for an engaging evening celebrating one of India's most iconic and revered beings through mythology, culture, conservation, and cinema.

Katyayani Agarwal Rajul Dhaimade Anita Yewale Adil Dholakia Utkarsh patel Arundhuti Dasgupta Nayana Kathpalia Asad Lalljee Kirtida Unwalla INTACH INTACH: Intangible Cultural Heritage

Located on what was once the arterial road within the Fort precinct, connecting Bombay's harbour side to the Esplanade t...
03/08/2026

Located on what was once the arterial road within the Fort precinct, connecting Bombay's harbour side to the Esplanade through Forbes Street, and flanked by Bakery Street and Ropewalk Street—names that still echo the thriving trades they once housed—stands this beautiful synagogue with its simple yet elegant Neoclassical façade.

The moment you step inside the Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue, you are transported into a Victorian Gothic world that evokes the Bombay of the 19th century. It is easy to imagine the bustling businesses of migrant trading communities striving to preserve their roots while embracing their newly adopted homeland.

The Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue tells the story of one such enterprising Baghdadi Jewish immigrant family that built an empire, amassed great wealth, and, in turn, gave back generously to the city through remarkable philanthropic endeavours.

Built by the grandson of David Sassoon, the Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue stands today as a remarkable reminder of that illustrious legacy—not only of one extraordinary family, but also of the city of Bombay and the Jewish community whose heritage continues to live on within its walls.

This expertly guided tour of the synagogue was led by Yael Jhirad and the team at the synagogue. With INTACH, it was yet another Sunday morning wonderfully spent immersed in the history and heritage of the city.

Katyayani Agarwal Rajul Dhaimade Anita Yewale Adil Dholakia Nayana Kathpalia Asad Lalljee Kirtida Unwalla Utkarsh patel

19/07/2026

Driven by the motto "Anna-daan he maha-daan ahe", with a gopi-chandan and black bukka tikka on their foreheads, these dabbawalas, all belonging to the Warkari Sampradaya with origins in a village near Pune, have made Mumbai their own for over 150 years. Clad in their signature white attire and the iconic white Dabbawala topi, these humble men place service before self almost every single day of the year, pausing only during the month of Ashadh to join the sacred Pandharpur Wari. With virtually no margin for error and a globally acclaimed Six Sigma-certified supply chain management system, the Dabbawalas of Mumbai continue to be a benchmark for management institutions around the world.

This morning, our participants received a warm, cheerful, and traditional welcome at the Dabbawala International Experience Centre. The walkthrough that followed offered remarkable insights into the life, values, and work of this extraordinary community, leaving many of us deeply moved.

One sentence, in particular, has stayed with all of us: "He doesn't want to be a hero for society; he wants to be a hero for himself."
A simple thought, yet one that beautifully captures the dignity, pride, and quiet commitment that guide every dabbawala's daily life. What an incredible community!

Equally heartening is the fact that some of the senior dabbawalas can now use e-vehicles for distribution. The Dabbawala Association has also been invited by several other states to train teams to replicate this remarkable system, and they are working towards establishing a central kitchen to provide hygienic meals to customers across the city. Another interesting fact is that the state of Kerala has a chapter on the Dabbawala community in its state education syllabus, while Maharashtra, the home of the dabbawalas, does not.

Another Sunday well spent—discovering yet another facet of Mumbai and learning, once again, that the city's greatest strength lies in its people.

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VISIT & A GUIDED TOUR OF THE MUMBAI DABBAWALA INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE CENTRE, BANDRAWhen Mr. Mahadeo Havaji Bacche arri...
08/07/2026

VISIT & A GUIDED TOUR OF THE MUMBAI DABBAWALA INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE CENTRE, BANDRA

When Mr. Mahadeo Havaji Bacche arrived in Mumbai from his native village in Pune district in the late nineteenth century, he could scarcely have imagined that the lunch delivery service he founded in 1890 would grow into one of the world's most admired logistics systems. Today, the Mumbai Dabbawala network is celebrated globally for its remarkable accuracy, efficiency, discipline, and teamwork, and remains one of the city's most enduring legacies.

Join us for a fascinating visit to the Mumbai Dabbawala International Experience Centre in Bandra, where you will discover the inspiring story behind this extraordinary institution and gain first-hand insight into the unique system that has earned worldwide recognition.

The visit includes:

* A traditional welcome by a senior Dabbawala Mukadam.
* An engaging presentation on the history, evolution, and management of the Dabbawala organisation.
* A guided tour of the Experience Centre, including an introduction to the famous Dabbawala coding system.
* An immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experience.
* An opportunity to interact directly with the Dabbawalas and hear their stories.
* A photo session with traditional Dabbawala props.
* A special commemorative memento to remember the experience, along with lasting memories of this unique Mumbai institution.

Date: Sunday, 19 July 2026
Time: 11.00 am – 12.30 pm
Cost: ₹1,100 per person (Members & Non-Members)
To register WhatsApp 80877 73299

DISCLAIMER:
•⁠ ⁠No refunds
•⁠ ⁠No adjustments for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the walk
•⁠ ⁠Cancellations 48–72 hours in advance with a valid reason may be adjusted against a future walk (conditions apply)
•⁠ ⁠If the adjusted walk costs less, no refund is issued. If it costs more, the difference must be paid.


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Join us for a guided visit to the iconic Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue, Mumbai’s second-oldest and most magnificent Sephar...
03/07/2026

Join us for a guided visit to the iconic Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue, Mumbai’s second-oldest and most magnificent Sephardic synagogue with Yael Jhirad.

Nestled behind Kala Ghoda in the historic Fort precinct, this architectural gem was built in 1884 by Jacob Elias Sassoon and his brothers in memory of their father, Elias David Sassoon, son of the pioneering Baghdadi Jewish settler of Bombay, David Sassoon. The synagogue was established to serve the city's growing Jewish community and to remain accessible to it.

Known as the “Blue Synagogue”, Keneseth Eliyahoo, meaning “Gathering of Elijah”, is built in the Classical Revival architectural style. While its exterior is elegant and understated, its interiors are breathtaking.Beautifully restored and meticulously maintained by the Sir Jacob Sassoon Synagogues and Allied Trusts, the synagogue continues to serve as an active place of worship and remains the cultural and religious heart of Mumbai’s Jewish community.

Come discover the history, architecture, and living legacy of one of Mumbai’s most remarkable heritage landmarks.

WALK IS FULL

Date: Sunday, July 5th
Time: 11 am – 12.30 pm
Cost: Members 600/- Non- Members 800/-
Photography is strictly prohibited inside the Synagogue


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