Est. 2019 · South Asia Region
APT South Asia Chapter serves the South Asia region through educational and training activities at the local and national level in India, with outreach throughout South Asia.
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Our newest edition explores the intersection of engineering principles and heritage conservation across South Asia.
Read Issue →The APT South Asia Chapter (APT-SAC) was established in 2019 as a regional chapter of the Association for Preservation Technology International (APT).
Our mission is to serve the South Asia region through educational and training activities at the local and national level in India, with outreach extending across the broader South Asia region.
We bring together professionals, academics, and advocates committed to the preservation, protection, and stewardship of the built heritage of South Asia.
Conducting workshops, seminars, and training programs that build capacity in preservation technology and practice across South Asia.
Advancing knowledge in preservation engineering, materials science, and conservation methods suited to South Asian building traditions.
Connecting professionals across India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and beyond through publications, podcasts, and events.
Newsletter · April 2025
Our most recent edition examines how engineering expertise intersects with the conservation of historic structures across South Asia.
Read Newsletter →Podcast · April 2025
A conversation on heritage preservation and the state of the field in South Asia with leading voices from the community.
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