Shri Vivek Aggarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Culture inaugurates new Training Programs at Institute of Archaeology

Shri Vivek Aggarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Culture, inaugurated an Induction Training Programme for newly recruited Senior Conservation Assistants and Conservation Assistants at the Institute of Archaeology in Greater Noida. The one-month program trains 53 officers from various Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Circles with a revamped curriculum covering archaeological practices, administrative decision-making, Government Financial Rules, and establishment procedures. During the inauguration, the Secretary emphasized transforming the Institute into an International Centre of Excellence and highlighted the concept of the 'Monument Economy,' noting how cultural heritage contributes to employment, national GDP, tourism, and local industries. Additionally, the Director General of ASI emphasized the conservation philosophy of 'Minimum intervention and Maximum retention' and announced upcoming refresher courses for in-service personnel.