Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh has called for enhanced efforts by the Archaeology and Museum Department to raise public awareness about the state’s heritage sites, structures, museums, and artefacts. The department should work more rapidly in this direction to encourage greater participation from residents and tourists in experiencing Haryana’s rich cultural heritage.
The Chief Minister made these remarks during an event where he released a customized My Stamp featuring 12 State Protected Monuments and unveiled 38 newly adopted monuments and sites. In addition, he also unveiled five new publications of the department designed to promote the state’s heritage and cultural richness.
“The rich heritage and culture of our state are sources of pride. It is imperative that we make these treasures accessible and known to both our residents and visitors. These publications will play a significant role in this endeavor,” said Sh. Nayab Singh.
While appreciating the educational initiatives of the Department of Archaeology and Museums in collaborating with the Education Department, he emphasized the need to increase student trips to heritage sites and monuments. Such initiatives will instill a sense of pride and awareness in our younger generation, fostering a deeper connection with our cultural roots, he added.
The Chief Minister also expressed interest in the archaeological sites in Haryana and assured of financial support for restoration of heritage monuments. He also appreciated the hardwork of the Department’s team towards the conservation, protection and preservation of the valuable monuments and rich heritage of Haryana.
30 more sites identified, process underway to declare them State Protected Sites
Principal Secretary of the Archaeology and Museum Department, Smt. Kala Ramachandran said that the release of the Stamp Sheet featuring 12 State Protected Monuments, in collaboration with the Chief Postmaster General of the Haryana Postal Circle is a first for the state since the department’s inception in 1972. These Customized Stamp Sheets serve as qualitative souvenirs that reflect cultural sensitivity among the public and help them connect with the state’s heritage. The department has adopted 38 heritage sites for state protection, in addition to the existing 40 sites already under the protection of Haryana. Furthermore, 30 more sites have been identified, and the process of declaring them as State Protected Sites is underway, she added.
Director Archaeology and Museums, Sh Amit Khatri gave a presentation on the 38 sites that have been taken into State Protection and elaborated on the recent initiatives of the archaeology and museums department.
These five new publications unveiled
The five publications released by the Chief Minister include “Arcane: The Untold Haryana,” “Splendors of Narnaul,” “Hamara Haryana: Prarambhik Etihasik Kaal,” “Hamara Haryana: Pragaitihasik Kaal,” and “Narnaul ki Agyaat Virasat.”
Chief Postmaster General, Haryana Postal Circle Ambala Col. S.F.H. Rizvi, Dy Director Archaeology & Museums, Smt Banani Bhattacharya and other officers were also present.
