Articles tagged under: ASI

Dholavira to remain closed for visitors for next two days

February 26, 2025
Dholavira to remain closed for visitors for next two days

Bhuj: World Heritage Site Dholavira will remain shut for visitors during 27 and 28 February. This has been announced by the Superintendent of Archaeology of the Rajkot Circle Office of the Archaeological Survey of India. The decision is taken in view of President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu's scheduled visit to Dholavira. DeshGujarat Read More

Over ₹33 crore allocated for archaeological excavations in Gujarat in last 5 years

November 25, 2024
Over ₹33 crore allocated for archaeological excavations in Gujarat in last 5 years

New Delhi: The Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, today provided an update on the archaeological excavations conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in Gujarat over the past five years. In response to a query in the Lok Sabha, the Minister outlined the sites explored, the funds allocated, and the identification process behind these excavations. According to the Minister, ASI has carried out excavations at several significant ancient sites across Gujarat. ...Read More