Ministry of Culture
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), National Culture Fund (NCF) and Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Sign MoA for Conservation and Development of Heritage Sites
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the National Culture Fund (NCF), and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) signed a Memorandum of Agreement for heritage conservation and development at three sites: Hampi in Karnataka, the Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh, and Bekal Fort in Kerala. HAL has provided in-principle financial support of ₹23.60 crore for the projects from 2026-27 to 2028-29. The initiatives are designed to conserve heritage, enhance visitor amenities, and promote sustainable heritage tourism under the technical guidance and supervision of the ASI. NCF will facilitate the implementation of these projects through government-corporate collaboration.