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News India Live, Digital Desk: Allahabad High Court has taken a strict stand on the dilapidated condition of the glorious historical heritages and monuments of Uttar Pradesh. While hearing a PIL filed regarding lack of proper maintenance and conservation of ancient heritage in the state, the Honorable Court has issued a notice to the Yogi government and sought its reply. The court has asked in clear words what concrete steps have been taken by the government so far to save the cultural identity of the state and how the budget has been allocated.
Court’s harsh comment: “Heritage is our pride, we cannot let it disappear” Seeing the seriousness of the matter, the Division Bench of Justice said that the land of Uttar Pradesh is rich in historical and religious heritage, but due to administrative negligence many important sites are turning into ruins. The Court expressed concern that if timely repair and protection of these monuments is not ensured, they will remain only on the pages of books for future generations. The petition specifically mentioned the pitiful condition of the historical forts and ancient temples in some major districts.
Complete details sought from Yogi government The High Court has also held the Culture Department of Uttar Pradesh Government and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) accountable in this matter. The court has directed the government to file a detailed affidavit within the next four weeks. In this, the government will have to tell how much funds have been released for the conservation of heritage in the last three years and which projects are in progress. Besides, information has also been sought against those officials whose negligence has made these places unsafe.
Encroachment and dirt on heritage also become a big challenge During the hearing, the petitioner told the court that there have been illegal encroachments around many historical sites and there is no arrangement for cleanliness there. The walls of the monuments are being damaged by anti-social elements. On this, the court said in a strict tone that making plans only on paper will not work, changes should be seen on the ground. The administration has been instructed to strengthen security arrangements around these places.
What will happen in the next hearing? Advocates of the state government have assured the court that the government is committed to promoting tourism and culture and a detailed report on this will be presented soon. Now all eyes are on the next hearing, where the government will have to present the outline of its action plan. Legal experts believe that after this activism of the High Court, the days of many neglected heritage sites of the state may change.