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Telangana High Court seeks response on Qutb Shahi Tombs conservation
The Telangana High Court has issued notices to the state government, the Archaeology and Museums Department, the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC), and others regarding the conservation of the Qutb Shahi Tombs, a UNESCO-recognized heritage site in Hyderabad. The court's action follows a public interest litigation (PIL) alleging that the AKTC, entrusted with the Rs 100 crore conservation project, has failed to protect the site. The PIL claims that AKTC's restoration efforts have caused irreversible damage, including loss of original layers and surfaces, water seepage, and increased vulnerability to vandalism. The court will hear the matter on April 1, 2025.11:25 AM Mar 04, 2025 IST