Indian Historical Records Commission adopts new logo, motto

DELHI: The Indian Historical Records Commission (IHRC), an apex advisory body on archival matters, has adopted a new logo and motto in order to visually communicate its unique identity and ethos that it represents.
An online competition was launched on MyGov portal in 2023, inviting new logo designs and motto. In response, 436 entries were received. Of which, the IHRC has selected the logo and motto submitted by Shaurya Pratap Singh of Delhi.
The logo entirely signifies the theme and uniqueness of IHRC. The pages in the shape of lotus petals represent IHRC as the resilient nodal institution for maintaining historical records. The Sarnath pillar in the middle represents India’s glorious past. Brown as the colour theme reinforces the organisation’s mission of preserving, studying, and honouring India’s historical records.
The motto translates as “Where history is preserved for the future.” 
IHRC acts as an all-India forum of creators, custodians, and users of records to advise the Government of India on the management of records and their use for historical research. Established in 1919, the IHRC is headed by the Union Minister of Culture.
The motto holds great significance for the IHRC and its work, as the Commission plays a vital role in identifying, collecting, cataloging, and maintaining historical documents, manuscripts, and other sources of historical information. By doing so, the Commission ensures that valuable historical knowledge is conserved for future generations. The motto, therefore, reflects the Commission’s commitment to ensuring the safeguarding of historical documents and making them accessible for the benefit of present and future generations.
The winner of the logo contest will get a cash prize of Rs 50,000, while consolation prizes of Rs 5,000 each will be given to all four shortlisted entries for logo and moto, respectively, according to a release.