The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) on August 3 announced free entry for visitors and tourists to all of its protected monuments and sites across the country from August 5 to August 15, ahead of India’s 75th Independence Day celebrations and as part of the milestone – ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
In its order copy, the ASI stated, “The Archaeological Survey of India hereby directed that no fee shall be charged at all the ticketed centrally protected monuments / archaeological sites and remains specified in the Second Schedule of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Rules, 1959 as well as all Archaeological Site Museums from 5th August 2022 to 15th August 2022 on the occasion of ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ as part of the commemoration of the 75th year of India’s Independence.”
It is worth noting that the Archaeological Survey of India is a branch of the Union Ministry of Culture. The ASI administers over 3,650 ancient monuments, archaeological sites, and remains of national importance under the provisions of the AMASR Act of 1958.
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
The Government of India launched the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ initiative to commemorate 75 years of independence and the glorious history of its people, culture, and achievements. Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’s official journey began on March 12, 2021 and will conclude one year later on August 15, 2023.
This Mahotsav is dedicated to the people of India, who have not only been instrumental in bringing India this far in its evolutionary journey, but also possess the power and potential to realise Prime Minister
Narendra Modi’s vision of activating India 2.0, fuelled by the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
