Jharkhand Collaborates With UK Experts To Seek UNESCO World Heritage Status For Ancient Sites

The state government is making efforts to secure global recognition for Jharkhand's megalithic, monolithic, and fossil heritage as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ministerial Visit To The UK

In this regard, the state's Minister for Tourism, Art-Culture, Sports and Youth Affairs, Sudivya Kumar, held discussions with relevant institutions regarding the conservation and scientific management of this heritage during a visit to the United Kingdom.

Key Technical Consultations

Museum of London Archaeology: As part of this, detailed discussions were held in London with the Museum of London Archaeology on the conservation, scientific documentation, technical evaluation, and long-term management framework for Jharkhand's ancient megalith/monolith sites. The meeting included discussions on conservation methods conforming to international standards, as well as potential areas for technical cooperation and capacity-building.

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Wardell Armstrong/SLR Consulting: Similarly, in a meeting held with Wardell Armstrong/SLR Consulting, technical consultation was sought from experts on subjects related to the scientific conservation, environmentally-sensitive management, and long-term planning for the state's megalithic, monolithic, and fossil-rich sites.

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Strategic Objective

The objective of these meetings is to prepare a structured and practical action plan with international technical expertise for the conservation of Jharkhand's ancient heritage, ensuring that the preservation of these sites is approached scientifically.