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MoU Signed for Conservation of Stepwells in Telangana
The heritage department in Telangana has teamed up with SAHE to save old stepwells.
They will find, document, and fix these stepwells.
They will also teach people about the importance of these stepwells and involve local communities.
This partnership aims to preserve these historical sites for future generations and promote heritage tourism.
Heritage department and SAHE signed an MoU for the conservation of stepwells in Telangana.
The partnership involves identification, documentation, and restoration of historic stepwells.
They will create a digital inventory and prepare conservation plans.
Heritage tourism promotion and community involvement are key aspects of the agreement.
The MoU aims to preserve stepwells for future generations and promote awareness of water heritage.
- Who
- Heritage Department and Society for Advancement of Human Endeavour (SAHE)
- What
- Signing of MoU for conservation of stepwells
- Where
- Telangana, India
- When
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Why
- To conserve, restore, and promote awareness of historic stepwells and water heritage
Government and Heritage Advocates
Potential Developers or Commercial Interests
Conservation vs. Development
Government and Heritage Advocates
Prioritize the preservation of historical stepwells for cultural and environmental benefits.
Potential Developers or Commercial Interests
Advocate for potential development projects that might conflict with conservation efforts.
Key facts
- Organizations Involved
- Heritage Department, Society for Advancement of Human Endeavour (SAHE)
- Signatories
- Prof. Arjun Rao Kuthadi, Kalpana Ramesh, Annapurna
- Key Activities
- Identification, documentation, conservation, restoration, and promotion of heritage tourism
- Location
- Telangana, India
- Date
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
Quotes
Prof. Arjun Rao Kuthadi
Director of the Heritage Department
“the MoU is an important step towards conserving step wells through the collective efforts of government departments, experts, academic institutions, voluntary organisations, and local communities, ensuring their preservation for future generations.”
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