History of ConserEdu Enterprises
(The Heritage Rescuer)
The foundation of ConservEdu Enterprises was laid in 2007, when Surjit Singh first encountered the sacred Guru Granth Sahib Ji housed in the library of Panjab University, Chandigarh. This deeply spiritual and emotional moment marked the beginning of a lifelong commitment to the preservation of Sikh heritage and rare manuscripts.
What started as a personal quest evolved into a professional path grounded in both spiritual devotion and scientific curiosity. Guided by the blessings of Shri Waheguru Ji and revered saints like Sant Baba Narinder Singh Ji and Sant Baba Balwinder Singh Ji, Surjit Singh pursued formal training in art conservation and gradually built a reputation for his expertise in traditional binding structures, ink analysis, and ethical restoration.
In response to the growing need for culturally sensitive conservation in India and abroad, ConservEdu Enterprises was formally established. Over the years, the organization has worked with libraries, institutions, private collectors, and spiritual centers—bringing together the worlds of faith, heritage, and science.
From Punjab to international platforms in Copenhagen, Moscow, and beyond, ConservEdu Enterprises has grown into a respected name in manuscript conservation, offering both hands-on restoration and educational outreach to conserve the past and inspire the future.
A long protest was held for the purpose and finally Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji were taken to the nearby Gurdwara Sahib for proper respect and care
Surjit Singh began his M.A. in Art Conservation in 2018 at the National Museum Institute (now Indian Institute of Heritage), Delhi. Alongside his studies, he actively volunteered at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Delhi, gaining hands-on experience in manuscript and archival conservation. This foundational period shaped his scientific approach and deepened his commitment to preserving India’s cultural heritage.
In 2019, Surjit Singh, Art Conservator at ConservEdu Enterprises, conducted advanced conservation training in the United Kingdom. At Winchester Cathedral, he demonstrated the use of fine fishing line for delicate book binding repairs—an innovative technique to preserve rare heritage books. He also led workshops on traditional Gurmukhi manuscript structures, sharing scientific endband and repair techniques with conservation professionals. These efforts promoted not only technical skill-building but also global collaboration in the field of manuscript conservation.
Moscow, Russia, Surjit Singh of ConservEdu Enterprises participated in collaborative conservation activities focused on rare manuscript traditions and scientific restoration techniques. Working alongside Russian conservators, he explored methods for treating fragile ink and paper compositions under cold climate conditions. His sessions emphasized the conservation of sacred texts and cross-cultural knowledge exchange, strengthening ties between Indian and Russian conservation communities. This international engagement reinforced the global importance of preserving shared documentary heritage.
During his second visit to Moscow, Russia, Surjit Singh shared his expertise on Gurmukhi manuscript binding components through lectures and live demonstrations. He also presented scholarly presentations on Sikh manuscript conservation and actively participated in a workshop on traditional mount-making techniques. This visit further strengthened Indo-Russian academic collaboration in the field of heritage preservation.
Add Description HereIn 2024, Surjit Singh was invited to the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, where he delivered a scholarly presentation on the technical analysis of historical Gurmukhi inks. His research highlighted traditional ink-making recipes, pigment identification, and deterioration patterns in Sikh manuscripts. The session was well-received for its interdisciplinary approach combining science and heritage conservation.
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