106 Monuments declared protected
Jammu: In order to fillip heritage tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, the state Government has declared as many as 106 monuments as protected sites in the state.
"As many as 106 ancient monuments have been declared as protected sites in Jammu and Kashmir, where focuss will now be development of the heritage tourism", State Tourism Minister Nawag Rigzin Jora told PTI.
Out of these, 69 are being looked after by the Archaeology Survey of India (ASI), while 37 are under the state archaeology Department, he said.
"We have held discussions on the measures and strategies required for preserving the heritage of the state, distinguishing them in tangible, intangible and natural sites", Jora said.
Jora asked the officers to ensure access to civic amenities like toilet, parking and allied facilities at each such site for the convenience of the visitors.
He also asked authorities to make available information on the monuments in brochures and booklets for the visitors.
There is a need to identify the nature of encroachments on the sites, the minister said adding that such actions should be reported to the deputy commissioners who would take action against the encroaching elements.
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