heritage site status to golden temple

Thursday, March 24, 2005

Archaeological Survey of India has submitted a proposal to the World Heritage Committee for inscription of world heritage status on Shri Harimandir Sahib.

The nomination dossier for Shri Harimandir Sahib (Golden Temple) was prepared in consultation with the SGPC, Sikh historians, professionals and religious heads.

This information was given by Minister of Information & Broadcasting and Culture, Shri S. Jaipal Reddy in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.

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