Private cultural events at select ASI heritage monuments in the offing

The Ministry of Culture is considering a policy amendment to allow private cultural events at select Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)-protected sites under the 'Adopt a Heritage' programme.

- PARVEZ SULTAN @ New Delhi

The initiative would permit corporate entities, non-governmental organizations, or public sector undertakings (PSUs) to rent out space for cultural functions at monuments adopted through the scheme. The proposal is part of broader reforms to the 'Adopt a Heritage' programme, also known as Monument Mitra, and the National Culture Fund (NCF).