Telangana CM Revanth Reddy attends completion ceremony of Qutub Shahi Heritage Park
Jul 28, 2024
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 28 : Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy participated on Sunday in an event organised to mark the completion of renovation of Qutub Shahi Heritage Park at Qutub Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad.
The restoration project was undertaken by the Telangana Government's Department of Culture in collaboration with the Aga Khan Trust for Culture.
Addressing the event, CM Reddy said that Telangana is a hub of architectural marvels such as Charminar, Golconda Fort, Qutub Shahi Tombs, Thousand Pillar Temple, Ramappa Temple, and Alampur Temple. He added that Hyderabad has witnessed the coexistence of people with diversified cultures.
"It is an honour for me and delighted on participating in the completion ceremony of the restoration project, which has been undertaken jointly by Telangana Government and the Aga Khan Trust for Culture. Telangana is bestowed with thousands of years of history, culture and traditions. This region was ruled by Satavahanas, Kakatiyas, Qutb Shahis and others. Every ruler has left his own unique cultural imprint. Telangana is the hub of architectural marvels such as Charminar, Golconda Fort, Qutub Shahi Tombs, Thousand Pillar Temple, Ramappa Temple, Alampur Temple, etc. Hyderabad is famously known for its 'Ganga-Jamuna Tehjeeb' and witnessed harmony and the coexistence of people with diversified cultures," he said.
He stated that the Qutub Shahi Heritage Park and seven tombs are a testament to the Nizam dynasty's architectural skill and cultural richness.
"The Qutub Shahi Heritage Park and seven tombs are a testament to the Nizam dynasty's architectural skill and cultural richness. My government will preserve the culture and heritage of Telangana and place them proudly on the world map. Telangana is proud of having Ramappa Temple, which was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The conservation of more than 100 monuments in 106 acres is one of the largest conservation programmes taken up by entering MoUs in 2013," he said.
He also extended his gratitude to the Aga Khan Trust of Culture for the cooperation in conservation of the historical monuments.
"I am extending gratitude and appreciation on behalf of the state government and the Hyderabad people to the Aga Khan Trust for Culture for its cooperation and generosity in the conservation of the historical monuments. Thank you all the distinguished guests and also Prince Rahim Aga Khan," Reddy said.
The event also saw the presence of State Minister for Tourism and Culture Jupally Krishna Rao, Lok Sabha MP Asaduddin Owaisi and trust representative Prince Rahim Aga Khan, among other dignitaries.
