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India Waives Entry Fees at 3,698 Heritage Sites for World Heritage Day

The Culture Ministry and ASI aim to promote heritage conservation awareness by offering free access to protected monuments on April 18.

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  • The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has waived entry fees at 3,698 protected monuments nationwide for April 18, marking World Heritage Day.
  • Prominent sites such as the Taj Mahal, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, and the ruins of Nalanda are included in the initiative.
  • The fee waiver aligns with the UNESCO-designated International Day for Monuments and Sites, observed annually on April 18 since 1983.
  • The Culture Ministry announced the initiative via a press note on April 17, emphasizing its goal to engage the public in heritage conservation efforts.
  • The move aims to raise awareness about the importance of preserving India's cultural heritage and encourage citizen participation in its management.