The discussions explored how manuscripts can serve as instruments of soft power, connecting Bharat to global knowledge traditions. The panels examined how undocumented heritage and traditional knowledge can be integrated into national and international legal frameworks to prevent misappropriation. Traditional knowledge is a repository of solutions for modern-day challenges and needs attention from the Government and civil society. Preserving and integrating undocumented traditional knowledge into legal and institutional frameworks ensures that Bharat’s civilisational legacy is not only safeguarded but also contributes to global well-being. From Ayurveda to astronomy, from oral traditions to digitised palm-leaf manuscripts, Gyan Bharatam is building bridges between the past and the future, reaffirming Bharat’s role as a Vishwa Guru.