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| Govt approves Rs 5.78 Cr for restoration, preservation of historic Lah Wali Bowli in Rajouri | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 11: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has approved ?5.78 crore for the comprehensive restoration and preservation of the historic Lah Wali Bowli in Rajouri, marking another significant step towards safeguarding J&K's rich architectural and cultural heritage.
The conservation project will focus on restoring the historic stepwell and its architectural features while preserving its cultural character and historical significance. The initiative is also aimed at enhancing the site's tourism potential and creating a heritage attraction for visitors to the district.
The approval forms part of the Government's broader efforts, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, to conserve and revitalise historically and culturally significant sites across Jammu & Kashmir.
In recent months, the Government has approved a series of heritage conservation initiatives covering both Jammu and Kashmir divisions. These include the repair and renovation of the historic Rattan Garh Fort in Bhaderwah, Doda; restoration and renovation of Ziyarat Sharief Khiram; repair and renovation of the historic Shiv Mandir at Thajiwara, Bijbehara; and restoration and revival of the historic heritage site of Purmandal in Samba.
Other approved initiatives include the conservation and upgradation of the historic Imambara Zadibal in Srinagar, development of the revered holy spring of Khoo Sahib at Yarwan in Pulwama, restoration of the historic Jamia Masjid Sharief in Shopian, and restoration of the revered Sarvadhar Chaumanda Mata Mandir in Ramban.
The Government's heritage conservation programme seeks to preserve the architectural legacy of Jammu & Kashmir while integrating heritage sites into the region's broader tourism and cultural development framework.
The restoration of Lah Wali Bowli is expected to provide a renewed identity to the historic site in Rajouri, while contributing to local tourism and strengthening efforts to preserve the region's diverse cultural heritage for future generations. |
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