JK News (25.10.2013) JAMMU : Minister for Housing, Horticulture and Culture, Raman Bhalla, today said that government has taken up various restoration works to revive pristine glory of Mubarak Mandi Heritage complex, adding that conservation of this magnificent and historic palace would further add to tourism industry in Jammu region.
This was stated by the Minister while addressing a large gathering at the 3-day duggar festival organized by Duggar Vikas Manch, at Diwan-e-Aam, Mubarak Mandi here today.
MLA, Ashok Khajuria, Director Tourism, Soujanya Sharma, besides people of city of temples in large numbers was present on the occasion.
The Minister said that J&K has rich cultural heritage and conservation and restoration of historical monuments in the state was receiving focused attention of the government. He said that a number of such state monuments have already been restored to their pristine glory during last five years.
Mr. Bhalla said the conservation works on Hari Parbat Fort at Srinagar, Chingus Fort at Rajouri besides other historical buildings, temples, monasteries, shrines have been completed besides work on damaged Bahu Fort wall is being executed on war-footing by Jammu Development Authority (JDA). He said due attention was also being paid to preserve ancient manuscripts, paintings and artifacts.
Earlier, renowned artists of Jammu division presented a colourful cultural items depicted Dogra rich culture and heritage of the State, which was highly applauded by the audience.
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