British-era heritage sites need preservation, states should work on it with more seriousness: Shekhawat
Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat emphasized the need for the preservation of British-era heritage sites in India. He urged state governments to take more serious steps towards protecting these historic structures, many of which are at risk of demolition. Shekhawat highlighted the importance of these sites as part of India's cultural heritage and their potential as tourist destinations.
- ▪Shekhawat stated that British-era district collectorates, courts, and railway stations need preservation.
- ▪Many colonial-era historic structures have been demolished due to neglect in various cities.
- ▪The minister pointed out that sites older than 100 years should be considered for heritage protection.
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British-era heritage sites need preservation, states should work on it with more seriousness: ShekhawatBritish-era heritage sites need preservation, states should work on it with more seriousness: ShekhawatPublished on: May 29, 2026 11:59 AM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link New Delhi, British-era district collectorates, courts, hospital buildings, railway stations and other public assets built in that period need to be preserved, Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has said as he urged states to take steps in this direction with "more seriousness".British-era heritage sites need preservation, states should work on it with more seriousness: ShekhawatHis remarks, made during an exclusive interview to PTI Videos here on Wednesday, come in the backdrop of many such colonial-era historic…
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