Monument Mitra Scheme

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Monument Mitra Scheme

News: The Secretary of the Ministry of Culture recently said that the government will hand over around 1,000 monuments under the control of the Archaeological Survey of India to the private sector for their upkeep under the Monument Mitra Scheme.

About:
• It applies to all centrally protected heritage properties.
• It aims at ensuring quality & inclusive provision of amenities and facilities across heritage, natural, & tourist sites through the active participation of private and public sector organizations and individuals.
• Corporate entities will take over these monuments as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility. These organizations would be known as “Monument Mitras” for their collaboration initiative.