Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel  inaugurated the 'Vadnagar International Conference' at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar today on the occasion of World Museum Day. The 3 day conference has been organized jointly by the Ministry of Sports, Youth and Culture of the Government of Gujarat and the Union Ministry of Culture. <br />'' <br />'' Speaking on this occasion, the Chief Minister said that the state government is fully prepared to promote the state's archaeological heritage and culture on the global stage. He appreciated support from UNESCO, Archaeological Survey of India and participation of the Government of India as well as the renowned universities of the country.<br />'' <br />'' Addressing the inaugural ceremony, Union Minister of State for Culture Meenakshi Lekhi said that this conference is being held with the aim to develop the historical heritage of the birthplace of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She said that heritage sites in Vadnagar are being developed to make it the best tourist destination in the world. <br />'' <br />'' UNESCO representative from Bhutan, India, Maldives and Sri Lanka Eric Falt was present on this occasion. The archaeologists, historians, students from different universities and history and archaeology enthusiasts from 6 different countries are also attending the event.