Namakkal: Archaeological enthusiasts have sought Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)Archaeological Survey of IndiaTo take action against those who damaged the Namakkal Fort, a historical monument in the city. He said some people, especially the young couple, were carving their names on the rocks.
Perched atop a single rock structure, the fort, built in the 17th century during the Thirumalai Nayak period, houses a temple and a mosque.
according to this N SivaramanAmong the archaeological enthusiasts, tourists regularly visit the fort. “The rocky hill located in the fort is 75 meters high. British East India The Company used the fort as a watchtower and garrison. The entire hill and fort is currently maintained by the ASI, who has deputed a security guard and another person to collect the entry fee from the tourists on the spot.
He said local people, especially lovers and school and college students, were gathering at places during non-working hours and carving their names on the rocks. “They have also damaged the monument at many places. ASI should take strict action against them and take necessary steps to protect it.
on contact, G MaheshwariThe Regional Director of ASI said that he would look into the matter at the earliest. “I will instruct the staff there to monitor the fort for the whole day. Strict action will be taken against those who damage the monument.
Perched atop a single rock structure, the fort, built in the 17th century during the Thirumalai Nayak period, houses a temple and a mosque.
according to this N SivaramanAmong the archaeological enthusiasts, tourists regularly visit the fort. “The rocky hill located in the fort is 75 meters high. British East India The Company used the fort as a watchtower and garrison. The entire hill and fort is currently maintained by the ASI, who has deputed a security guard and another person to collect the entry fee from the tourists on the spot.
He said local people, especially lovers and school and college students, were gathering at places during non-working hours and carving their names on the rocks. “They have also damaged the monument at many places. ASI should take strict action against them and take necessary steps to protect it.
on contact, G MaheshwariThe Regional Director of ASI said that he would look into the matter at the earliest. “I will instruct the staff there to monitor the fort for the whole day. Strict action will be taken against those who damage the monument.