Rs 443.53 cr spent in 2023-24 on preservation of monuments under ASI: Govt tells Parl

India invested Rs 443.53 crore in safeguarding its historical monuments. The Archaeological Survey of India oversaw the preservation efforts across 3,698 sites. The Culture Minister shared spending details for the past five years. Penalties exist for damaging these protected treasures. The ASI regularly inspects and maintains these sites.