ASI To Utilise Closure Period Of Agra Monuments For Conservation

To properly utilise the lockdown period, the Archaeological Survey of India has decided to carry out a conservation drill for the historical monuments in Agra during the period. Reportedly, under the drill, monuments like Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri will undergo conservation work while adhering to the COVID-19 protocols. Notably, the budget passed for the renovation and conservation of the monuments is Rs 1 crore.