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Source: The post is based on the article “ASI to launch “Adopt a Heritage 2.0 programme” and Indian Heritage app” published in PIB 1st September 2023
What is the News?
The Archaeological Survey of India(ASI) is set to launch the “Adopt a Heritage 2.0” programme and Indian Heritage app.
What is Adopt a Heritage 2.0 Programme?
The programme is a revamped version of the Adopt a Heritage scheme launched in 2017.
Aim: To safeguard India’s diverse cultural heritage by inviting corporate stakeholders to enhance the amenities at over 3,600 monuments spread throughout the country.
– These monuments not only showcase India’s rich cultural history but also contribute significantly to economic growth.
Under the programme, corporate stakeholders can utilize their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to enhance the amenities at the historical sites.
– This revamped version emphasizes the amenities required for different monuments, as defined by the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (AMASR) Act ,1958.
– Interested stakeholders can apply to adopt a monument or specific amenities through a dedicated web portal.
– The process for selection will be carried out after due-diligence and discussions with various stakeholders.
– The selected stakeholders will develop, provide and/or maintain amenities in hygiene, accessibility, safety and knowledge categories.
– The term of the appointment will be for a period of five years initially, which may be further extended up to five years.
What is an Indian Heritage app?
Indian Heritage is a user-friendly mobile app.It will showcase the heritage monuments of India.
The app will feature state-wise details of monuments along with photographs, list of public amenities available, geo-tagged location and feedback mechanism for citizens.
