British-era heritage sites need preservation, states should work on it with more seriousness: Shekhawat

Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has called for greater seriousness from states in preserving British-era public assets. These include district collectorates, courts, and hospital buildings. Many such historic structures face demolition due to neglect. The minister emphasized that sites older than 100 years now require protection. States are encouraged to take proactive steps for their conservation and upkeep.