(a) the details of the schemes to protect the national heritage monuments including Taj Mahal from the on slaught of natural calamities;
(b) whether any provision exist for providing a separate/dedicated budget for this purpose; and
(c) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE FOR PLANNING AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI V. NARAYANASAMY)
(a) & (b): Conservation of the centrally protected monuments is a continuous process. All
such monuments, including Taj Mahal, across the country are in a good state of conservation and
constant efforts are made to mitigate impact of any natural calamity. As a precaution,
retrofitting work, water tightening, installation of lighting conductors, etc., have been
undertaken/provided at the monuments, wherever necessary.
(c): No, Sir. There is no specific budget provision for the same.