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File submitted please. This is to submitted that incompliance order of worthy Director General Archaeology the report/proposal prepared by Sh. Ravi Kant, Technical Assistant regarding ancient site Agroha (Centrally Protected Site) is as under:-

History and Description- -The site of agroha is traditionally believed to be the capital of legendary king Maharaja Agrasena of Acrawal community. The city of agroha was situated on the ancient trade route between Taxcila and Mathura. And, therefore, it remained an important center of commerce and political activities till coming into existence in nev/ township of Hissar-e-firoza (Hissar) ofFiroz Shah Tughluq. A hoard of four Indo-Greek, one punch-marked and fifty one coins of agodaka was found from the site. This site was excavated by C.J. Rodgers in 1888-89 and re-excavaled by H.L. Srivastava in 1938-39 of Archaeological Survey of to a depth of about 3.65iti. This site was further excavated by Shri P.K. Sharan and J.S. Rhatri of the Department of Archaeology and Museums, Govt of in 1978-84. The Directorate of the Department of Archaeology, , undertook excavation at Agroha, traditionally believed to represent the site of Agreya: Republic referred to in the and said to have been founded by Maharaja Agarsena of the Agarvval community. During this filed season, the excavation, without reaching tiie natural soil, progressed to a depth of 4.3m from the surface, revealing an occupation extending from Saka-Kushana times to the early Gupta period.. The Saka-Kushana period was distinguished by structural remains of baked and unbaked bricks (size: 31x21x4.5 cm) representing two constructional phases. The pottery consisted of red ware of medium fabric represented by such shapes as Kushana bovvis, sprinklers,' cai-inntedhandi and vases. Painting is almost absent on the pottery of this Period. Other important hnds of this period include: copper ear-ring; iron objects such as clamps, rings, etc., terracotta balls, discs and shell bangle pieces. The late Kushana to early Gupta period was represented principally

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From pre page by the remains of brick structures showing five phases of activity. A noteworthy feature observed with the structures of tliis period was the change in the pattern of construction of the houses which were constructed of re-used bricks of earlier period. Altogether five rectangular rooms, oriented north-south with entrances on the east as well as on the west, were'exposed. A few inches; were also found added in the later phase. Each constructional phase was distinguished by its associated mud floors with hearths and pit-ovens. The associated pottery is represented by red ware of medium fabric but with a distinct change in painting. The painted' designs in black include-loops, vertical, horizontal -and criss-cross lines. The antiquities unearthed from this Period include: -terracotta animal figurines, a moulded huinan head; copper coins, ring, antimony rod, bell, bangle pieces; beads and bangle pieces of shell; beads of carnelian, shell, copper, lapis lazuli; iron objects like arrowheads, clamps; chisels arid nails. A terracotta sealing with a legend Sh. Narayan Deva Prakrita in Brahmi characters and Sanslcrit language, palaeographically belonging to' the third-fouith century A.D., was collected from the surface. - ' . ■■ ■ Excavation plan 1. Further work of excavation can be continued after'taking. License from Archaeological Survey of India, New as it is a Central Protected site. 2. For the License we need to fill a Ibrm issued by ASl.'

3. Preservation and Conservation work on the site can be carried out after the

consent from ASl. Proposal for the Site museum Department of Archaeology plans to construct a site Museum at Agroha. This Museum will help store not only the artifacts and other archaeological items which are likely to be excavated at Agroha but will also provide scientific storage facility for over a thousand' artifacts already in possession of the Archaeology department. The department plans to construct a state of the art Museum at the site. The Museum will meet the requirements of researchers and students of various archaeological aspects of Haryana's history. It-will also help to interpret the findings of the excavations that are likely tostart at Agroha soon.

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From pre page It is proposed thai an Expression of Interest (placed below) be invited from reputed architectural consultants for conceptualizing the work of setting up of the Museum at Agroha. ,■ ■The "Expression of Interest" is thus invited from reputed National and International Level consultants, having experience of similar nature of works, for conceptualizing and supervising up of State Level site Museum.

Excavation Design a strategic planv.and road map,for Excavation, Conservation and Restoration of archaeological sites at Agroha and thus protecting the heritage of the state in conjunction with relevant stakeholders in the department, (i). Archaeological rnonitoring-Survey plan, ■ .(ii) Contour mapping, ■ (iii) GIS Analysis and Mapping, (iv) , Geophysical Survey, (v) Environmental Impact Statement (BIS), (vi) Archaeological assessment and visual impact assessment through insightful analysis.

Excavation Team- 1. Principal Investigator Indirect the Archaeological Excavation 2. Co. Director ■ . .

Supervise the Excavation 3. Archaeologists • •

Excavation work

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Excavation work 5.. Photographer Site, Antiquity & Pottery Photography 6. Surveyor . . . Survey the site

7. Draftsman Prepare the site plan ' ,

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From pre page 8. Researchers experienced in Archaeological Excavation For the help of Excavation work

9. Assistant Chemist For the preservation of Antiquity

10.Modeller For the modeling work

11.Labours Necessary Equipments': Drone, Ante level, Total station, Equipments for photography and necessary equipments of digging.

TlieTreservation & conservation Like all disciplines and fields, archaeological conservation has been shaped by its historical habit and by contemporary concerns. Important in its development has been the shifting, even expanding notion of site conservation to include the stabilization and protection of the whole site rather than simply in situ artifact conservation or the removal of site (architectural) features. The public inteipretatioh of archaeological sites has long been associated with the stabilization and display of ruins. Implicit in site stabilization and display is the aesthetic value many ruin sites possess based on a long-lived European tradition of cultivating a taste for the picturesque. With the scientific investigation and study of many archaeological sites beginning in the late nineteenth century, both the aesthetic and the infonnational value of these sites was promoted during excavation-stabilization. In contemporary practice, options for archaeological site conservation have included reconstruction, reassembly' (anastylosis), in situ preservation arid protection including shelters and/or fabric consolidation, ex situ preservation through removal, and excavation or reburial with or without site interpretation. Despite the level of intervention, that is, whether interpretation as a ruin is achieved through anastylosis or reconstruction, specific sites, namely, those possessing monumental masonry remains, have tended to establish an idealized approach for the interpretation of archaeological sites in general. Flowever, many sites such as earthen tells, at once challenge these ingrained notions of ordered chaos and arranged masonry by virtue of their fragile materials, temporal and spatial disposition, and sometimes conflicting relationships among foreign and local

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The Criteria for Selection as a World Heritage Site To be included on the World Heritage List, sites must be of outstanding

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Subject:- Proposal for Excavation at ancient site Agroha ()

In the present scenario, Heritage of Haryana is playing a vital role in Cultural

industry at both National and International level. The significance of protecting and

creating awareness towards Heritage is major concern of Haryana government for which

variety of task work; cultural initiatives, historical site protection, conservation etc are

followed distinctively. Cultural Heritage of Haryana is quite rich and full of potential in

terms of history of our civilization followed by various dynasties and its glory which is

represented in both tangible and intangible components of culture.

Recently archaeological site in Namaund taluka of came

into International fame because of being largest Harappan settlement in South Asia and

unearthing Harappan burials for DNA studies of its inhabitants. Hence there are certain

examples existing like Rakhigarhi in state of Haryana which requires special attention

and detailed work from archaeological perspective to unveil the rich past of Indian

culture in Haryana.

Hence Department of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Haryana has

planned to take up a detailed comprehensive archaeological work in famous historical

town of Agroha, district Hisar. Modern Agroha town also holds the ruins of the historical

Agroha which is now converted in form of a mound. The archaeological site at Agroha is

situated about 1.5 km away from the present Agroha town, district Hisar. The mound is

under the protection of Archaeological Survey of India and had been declared as site of

National Importance. The cultural significance of Agroha is associated with

community as it is believed by legendry stories that Agroha is the capital town

constructed and ruled by King Agrasen of Mahabharata epic. Therefore Agrawal

community believes to be the descendents of King Agrasen and Agroha as seat of their

cultural and historical background. The city of Agroha was situated on the ancient trade

route between Taxila and Mathura. And, therefore, it remained an important center of

commerce and political activities till coming into existence in new township of Hissar-e-

firoza (Hisar) of Firoz Shah Tughluq in 14"' Century AD. T Government of Haryana W

The archaeological significance of Agroha was found in last quarter of 19^ Century AD

i.e. in 1888-89 by C.J. Rogers (Archaeological Surveyor, Punjab Circle) in AD 1888-89;

partial excavation of 15 days on small mound at depth of 16 ft. Found signs of burning,

ash, brick walls, paved floors and minor antiquities.

Work at mound again taken up by H.L. Srivastava in 1938-39 on high and extensive

mound, south of the road for Trial Trenching and pits. Revealed well planned and

prosperous settlement at depth of average 12 ft. burnt brick structures, dwelling houses

with door frames, iron objects and traces of burning. No antiquity in first stratum/layer

but in second, 401 antiquities brought to light including pottery, copper objects and iron

objects, stone sculptures, coins, inscribed clay die, burnt birch bark manuscript and clay

seal.

Again excavated from 1978 to 1981 by Haryana State Archaeology and Museums Dept.

First season revealed 4.3 m depth comprising cultural material from Saka-Kushana era to

Early Gupta period. Well distinguished structural remains, different phases of

construction, Kushana pottery, minor antiquities and famous terracotta sealing belonging to 3*^*^-4^ Century AD. Second season revealed five cultural periods from 3^^^- 4^ Century BC to 12^''-13^ Century AD and dug in northern slope of the mound. Third Season was

limited to the structural findings of last season i.e. Temple complex which shows the 4 phases of the temple from 4^"* Century to 11"' Century AD (Gupta to Gurjara-Prathihara

style).

Current Objectives of the proposal

Agroha being integral site of archaeological heritage not only in Haryana but of the

whole country need the extensive plan to work out and outreach in the whole world

First time ever Excavations at Agroha will be exposed to the visitors and conserved!

to match the World class outlook of best preserved archaeological sites in the world

This mega project will match the lines of Xian Terracotta Warrior tomb in terms of

site conservation with all modern techniques of conservation YZ Government of Haryana

• This mega project will put all efforts to gain International status among World

archaeological sites; first of its kind in India

• Creating the employment to young museum professionals by constructing High

class Agroha site museum and Interpretation Center well equipped with amenities

like hostel, cafe, rest houses, scholar retreat, etc.

WORK PLAN OF THE PROPOSAL

• Phase I: Extensive Excavation program that will expose the unearthed remains and

structures up to the natural soil depth which was niever done earlier. Work will be

carried out in collaboration with Archaeological Survey of India.

Phase II: Implementation of Conservation Management Plan at Agroha over best

exposed remains under the prescribed policy of Conservation and guidelines by

Archaeological Survey of India.

• Phase III: Construction of High class Agroha Site museum and Interpretation

Center for the display, preservation and collection management of unearthed

remains from excavation with all sort of facilities and modern cum ethical outlook

. infrastructure

• Phase IV: Conversion of Agroha into largest tourist destination of Haryana and

generating economy through Agroha Tourism comprising all type of tourist

facilities and accessibility.

Time Frame and Estimated Budget for Initial phase for year

2017-18

Department of Archaeology and Museums Haryana is planning to execute the initial

phase of the proposal by the end of this year i.e. 2017-18 in collaboration with

Archaeological Survey of India. As the site is under ASI, therefore license has to be

applied for the permission of excavation and further plan in the following year

respectively. A meeting and parallel intimation to Central Government will be made in

accordance to the plan for the commencement of the initial phase as soon as possible. Government of Haryana p A

Post clearance of budget, MoU will be undersigned with ASI for at least 2 years

assigning ASI as first party in the whole work being their site.

The copy of whole comprehensive plan of Agroha for 2 years is attached

herewith (See Flag 'X') Initial phase of the work will comprise of 2 levels for which estimated Budget is as

follows:

Level I: Surveying and Exploration

MRBMBN BS IiM

Purchase of scientific instruments 2 Crore

like TSM, GPR, Total Station,

Drone, ISRO satellite imagery,

High resolution photography and

videography

Maps and drawings, Surveying 1 Crore

sheets. Outsourcing fee of

Surveying agencies

TOTAL COST:3 Crores

Survey work of the mound will be conducted after the permission of Archaeological Survey of India, Circle in collaboration with Department of Earth Sciences,

from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur. Surveying will majorly include clearance of whole vegetation from mound followed by Geo Penetration Radar (GPR) Survey, Topographic Mapping of the mound. Survey will not only include the protected

area of the mound which is fenced by ASI, Chandigarh Circle but also the area falling in

1km radius for knowing the maximum extension and potential of Ancient Agroha town. Post getting the results of Survey from IIT Kanpur, Haryana Archaeology Department will publish the paper in the science journal which will bring the archaeological awareness among research scholars. The process of Survey is already in process. - lU ri Government of Haryana

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Camp Setting and Petty Purchase 5 Crore

Hiring the trench supervisors and 2 Crore

research associates TS: 1000/day

RA: 800/day

Labour for excavation, pottery washing 500 units per day as per DC rate Hisar

and site management Total: 10 Crore

Outsourcing the agencies and experts 5 Crore

for handling and scientific studies of

material remains i.e. dating of samples

Hiring the technical staff including 8 Crore

Draftsmen (lOU), Surveyor (5U),

Photographers (5U), Attendants (lOU),

Chemist (4U), Storekeeper (4U),

Modeller (4U), Cook (4U) and food

supply.

TOTAL COST: 30 Crore

Estimated Budget for Initial phase work at Agroha including assessment of level I and level II will be'33 Crorcs'for the yearj^OlTzlS.^ Government of Haryana A The above expenditure will be met out from the departmental following scbemes:-

NON-RECURRING

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S* Subject:- Proposal for Excavation at ancient site Agroha (Hisar)

In the present scenario, Heritage of Haryana is playing a vital role in Cultural industry at both National and International level. The significance of protecting and creating awareness towards Heritage is major concern of Haryana government for which variety of task work; cultural initiatives, historical site protection, conservation etc are followed distinctively. Cultural Heritage of Haryana is quite rich and full of potential in terms of history of our civilization followed by various dynasties and its glory which is

represented in both tangible and intangible components of culture.

Recently Rakhigarhi archaeological site in Namaund taluka of Hisar district came into International fame because of being largest Harappan settlement in South Asia and

unearthing Harappan burials for DNA studies of its inhabitants. Hence there are certain examples existing like Rakhigarhi in state of Haryana which requires special attention and detailed work from archaeological perspective to unveil the rich past of Indian culture in

Haryana. Hence Department of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Haryana has planned to take up a detailed comprehensive archaeological work in famous historical

town of Agroha, district Hisar. Modem Agroha town also holds the ruins of the historical Agroha which is now converted in form of a mound. The archaeological site at Agroha is

situated about 1.5 km away from the present Agroha town, district Hisar. The mound is

under the protection of Archaeological Survey of India and had been declared as site of National Importance. The cultural significance of Agroha is associated with Agrawal community as it is believed by legendry stories that Agroha is the capital town constmcted and ruled by King Agrasen of Mahabharata epic. Therefore Agrawal community believes

to be the descendents of King Agrasen and Agroha as seat of their cultural and historical

background. The city of Agroha was situated on the ancient trade route between Taxila and Mathura. And, therefore, it remained an important center of commerce and political activities till coming into existence in new township of Hissar-e-flroza (Hisar) of Firoz Shah Tughluq in M"* Century AD. Government of Haryana • The archaeological significance of Agroha was found in last quarter of 19 Century AD^ i.e. in 1888-89 by C.J. Rogers (Archaeological Surveyor, Punjab Circle) in AD 1888-89; partial excavation of 15 days on small mound at depth of 16 ft. Found signs of burning, ash, brick walls, paved floors and minor antiquities.

• Work at mound again taken up by H.L. Srivastava in 1938-39 on high and extensive mound, south of the road for Trial Trenching and pits. Revealed well planned and prosperous settlement at depth of average 12 ft. burnt brick structures, dwelling houses with door frames, iron objects and traces of burning. No antiquity in first stratum/layer but in second, 401 antiquities brought to light including pottery, copper objects and iron objects, stone sculptures, coins, inscribed clay die, burnt birch bark manuscript and clay

seal.

• Again excavated from 1978 to 1981 by Haryana State Archaeology and Museums Dept. First season revealed 4.3 m depth comprising cultural material from Saka-Kushana era to Early Gupta period. Well distinguished structural remains, different phases of construction, Kushana pottery, minor antiquities and famous terracotta sealing belonging to 3'''-4"' Century AD. Second season revealed five cultural periods from 3""- 4^'* Century BC to 12'^- 13''^ Century AD and dug in northern slope of the mound. Third Season was limited to the structural findings of last season i.e. Temple complex which shows the 4 phases of the temple from 4^"^ Century to 11"' Century AD (Gupta to Gurjara-Prathihara

style).

Current Objectives of the proposal • Agroha being integral site of archaeological heritage not only in Haryana but of the whole country need the extensive plan to work out and outreach in the whole world • First time ever Excavations at Agroha will be exposed to the visitors and consen'ed to match the World class outlook of best preserved archaeological sites in the world • This mega project will match the lines of Xian Terracotta Warrior tomb in terms of site conservation with all modern techniques of conservation % Government of Haryana

This mega project will put all efforts to gain International status among World

archaeological sites; first of its kind in India

Creating the employment to young museum professionals by constructing High class

Agroha site museum and Interpretation Center well equipped with amenities like

hostel, cafe, rest houses, scholar retreat, etc.

WORK PLAN OF THE PROPOSAL

Phase I: Extensive Excavation program that will expose the unearthed remains and

structures up to the natural soil depth which was never done earlier. Work will be

carried out in collaboration with Archaeological Survey of India.

Phase II: Implementation of Conservation Management Plan at Agroha over best

exposed remains under the prescribed policy of Conservation and guidelines by

Archaeological Survey of India.

Phase III: Construction of High class Agroha Site museum and Interpretation

Center for the display, preservation and collection management of unearthed

remains from excavation with all sort of facilities and modern cum ethical outlook

infrastructure

Phase IV: Conversion of Agroha into largest tourist destination of Haryana and

generating economy through Agroha Tourism comprising all type of tourist facilities

and accessibility.

Time Frame and Estimated Budget for Initial phase for year

2017-18

Department of Archaeology and Museums Haryana is planning to execute the initial

phase of the proposal by the end of this year i.e. 2017-18 in collaboration with

Archaeological Survey of India. As the site is under ASI, therefore license has to be

applied for the permission of excavation and further plan in the following year

respectively. A meeting and parallel intimation to Central Government will be made in

accordance to the plan for the commencement of the initial phase as soon as possible. Post - fl c? - p Government of Haryana clearance of budget, MoU will be undersigned with ASI for at least 2 years assigni-^# ASI

as first party in the whole work being their site. The copy of whole comprehensive plan of Agroha for 2 years is attached herewi th

(See Flag 'X') Initial phase of the work will comprise of 2 levels for which estimated Budget is as

follows:

Level I: Surveying and Exploration

RE REME'N

Purchase of scientific instruments 2 Crore

like TSM, GPR, Total Station,

Drone, ISRO satellite imagery.

High resolution photography and

videography

Maps and drawings, Surveying 1 Crore

sheets, Outsourcing fee of

Surveying agencies

TOTAL COST:3 Crores

Survey work of the mound will be conducted after the permission of Archaeological Survey of India, Chandigarh Circle in collaboration with Department of Earth Sciences, from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur. Surveying will majorly include clearance of whole vegetation from mound followed by Geo Penetration Radar (GPR) Survey, Topographic Mapping of the mound. Survey will not only include the protected area of the mound which is fenced by ASI, Chandigarh Circle but also the area falling in 1km radius for knowing the maximum extension and potential of Ancient Agroha town. Post getting the results of Survey from IIT Kanpur, Haryana Archaeology Department will publish the paper in the science journal which will bring the archaeological awareness among research scholars; The process of Survey is already in process. r\ 7S. w Government of Haryana Level II: Excavation program

REOEIiREIVIENmS IS 11^

Camp Setting and Petty Purchase 5 Crore

Hiring the trench supervisors and 2 Crore

research associates TS: 1000/day

RA: 800/day

Labour for excavation, pottery washing 500 units per day as per DC rate Hisar

, and site management Total: 10 Crore

' Outsourcing the agencies and experts 5 Crore

' for handling and scientific studies of ' material remains i.e. dating of samples

Hiring the technical staff including 8 Crore ] Draftsmen (lOU), Surveyor (5U), ] Photographers (5U), Attendants (IQU), ] Chemist (4U), Storekeeper (4U),

Modeller (4U), Cook (4U) and food

1 supply.

TOTAL COST: 30 Crore

Estimated Budget for Initial phase work at Agroha including assessment of level I

and level H will be 33 Crores for the year 2017-18. /;

sjgSHa Government of Haryana

The above expenditure will be met out from the departmental following schemes:-

NON-RECURRING Arr.haeoloqical Excavation Exploration Programme (98)

Additional Code Object Approved Expe. Balance No. Head Outlay Demand

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Subject:- Proposal for Excavation at ancient site Agroha (Hisar)

In the present scenario. Heritage of Haryana is playing a vital role in Cultural industry at both National and International level. The significance of protecting and creating awareness towards Heritage is major concern of Haryana government for which

variety of task work; cultural initiatives, historical site protection, conservation etc are followed distinctively. Cultural Heritage of Haryana is quite rich and full of potential in terms of history of our civilization followed by various dynasties and its glory which is

represented in both tangible and intangible components of culture.

Recently Rakhigarhi archaeological site in Namaund taluka of Hisar district came

into International fame because of being largest Harappan settlement in South Asia and

unearthing Harappan burials for DNA studies of its inhabitants. Hence there are certain examples existing like Rakhigarhi in state of Haryana which requires special attention and detailed work from archaeological perspective to unveil the rich past of Indian

culture in Haryana.

Hence Department of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Haryana has

planned to take up a detailed comprehensive archaeological work in famous historical

town of Agroha, district Hisar. Modem Agroha town also holds the ruins of the historical Agroha which is now converted in form of a mound. The archaeological site at Agroha is

situated about 1.5 km away from the present Agroha town, district Hisar. The mound is

iinder the protection of Archaeological Survey of India and had been declared as site of National Importance. The cultural significance of Agroha is associated with Agrawal

community as it is believed by legendry stories that Agroha is the capital town constructed and ruled by King Agrasen of Mahabharata epic. Therefore Agrawal

community believes to. be the descendents of King Agrasen and Agroha as seat of their

cultural and historical background. The city of Agroha was situated on the ancient trade

route between Taxila and Mathura. And, therefore, it remained an important center of

commerce and political activities till coming into existence in new township of Hissar-e- firoza (Hisar) of Firoz Shah Tughluq in 14^' Century AD.

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• The archaeological significance of Agroha was found in last quarter of 19*^ Century AD i.e. in 1888-89 by C.J. Rogers (Archaeological Surveyor, Punjab Circle) in AD 1888-89; partial excavation of 15 days on small mound at depth of 16 ft. Found signs of burning, ash, brick walls, paved floors and minor antiquities.

• Work at mound again taken up by H.L. Srivastava in 1938-39 on high and extensive mound, south of the road for Trial Trenching and pits. Revealed well planned and prosperous settlement at depth of average 12 ft. burnt brick structures, dwelling houses with door frames, iron objects and traces of burning. No antiquity in first stratum/layer but in second, 401 antiquities brought to light including pottery, copper objects and iron objects, stone sculptures, coins, inscribed clay die, burnt birch bark manuscript and clay

seal.

• Again excavated from 1978 to 1981 by Haryaria,State Archaeology and Museums Dept.

First season revealed 4.3 m depth comprising cultural material from Saka-Kushana era to Early Gupta period. Well distinguished structural remains, different phases of construction, Kushana pottery, minor antiquities and famous terracotta sealing belonging to 3"^-4^ Century AD. Second season revealed five cultural periods from 3'"'^- 4^ Century BC to 12 -13 Century AD and dug in riqrthem slope of the mound. Third Season was limited to the structural findings of last season i.e. Temple complex which shows the 4 phases of the temple from 4^ Century to 11'^ Century AD (Gupta to Gurjara-Prathihara

style).

Current Objectives of the proposal

' Agroha being integral site of archaeological heritage not only in Haryana but of the

whole country need the extensive plan to work out and outreach in the whole world

' First time ever Excavations at Agroha will be exposed to the visitors and conserved

to match the World class outlook of best preserved archaeological sites in the world

This mega project will match the lines of Xian Terracotta Warrior tomb in terms of

site conservation with all modern techniques of conservation

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I This mega project will put all efforts to gain International status among World

archaeological sites; first of its kind in India Creating the employment to young museum professionals by constructing High class Agroha site museum and Interpretation Center well equipped with amenities

like hostel, cafe, rest houses, scholar retreat, etc.

WORK PLAN OF THE PROPOSAT.

Phase I: Extensive Excavation program that will expose the unearthed remains and

structures up to the natural soil depth which was never done earlier. Work will be carried out in collaboration with Archaeological Survey of India.

Phase II: Implementation of Conservation Management Plan at Agroha over best exposed remains under the prescribed policy of Conservation and guidelines by

Archaeological Survey of India.

Phase III: Construction of High class Agroha Site museum and Interpretation Center for the display; preservation 'and collection management of unearthed ^ .'I .'i remains from excavation with all sort of facilities and modern cum ethical outlook infrastructure " . •

Phase IV: Conversion of Agroha into largest tourist destination of Haryana and generating economy through ;Agroha Tourism comprising all type of tourist facilities and accessibility.

Time Frame and Estimated Budget for Initial phase for year

2017-18

Department of Archaeology and Museums Haryana is planning to execute the initial phase of the proposal by the end of this year i.e. 2017-18 in collaboration with

Archaeological Survey of India. As the site is under ASI, therefore license has to be applied for the permission of excavation and further plan in the following year respectively. A meeting and parallel intimation to Central Government will be made in accordance to the plan for the commencement of the initial phase as soon as possible.

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Post clearance of budget, MoU will be undersigned with ASI for at least 2 years

assigning ASI as first party in the whole work being their site.

The copy of whole comprehensive plan of Agroha for 2 years is attached

herewith (See Flag 'X') Initial phase of the work will comprise of 2 levels for which estimated Budget is as

follows:

Level I: Surveying and Exploration

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Purchase of scientific instruments 2 Crore

like TSM, GPR, Total Station,

Drone, ISRO 'satellite imagery,

High resolution photography and

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Maps and drawings. Surveying 1 Crore

sheets, Outsourcing fee of )

Surveying agencies

j 1 i TOTAL COST: 3 Crores

Survey work of the mouiid will be conducted after the permission of Archaeological

Survey of India, Chandigarh Circle in collaboration with Department of Earth Sciences, from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur. Surveying will majorly include clearance of whole vegetation from mound followed by Geo Penetration Radar (GPR) Survey, Topographic Mapping of the mound. Survey will not only include the protected area of the mound which is fenced by ASI, Chandigarh Circle but also the area falling in

1km radius for knowing the maximum extension and potential of Ancient Agroha town.

Post getting the results of Survey from IIT Kanpur, Haryana Archaeology Department will publish the paper in the science journal which will bring the archaeological awareness among research scholars. The process of Survey is already in process.

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Level H; Excavation program

RE RE ms ESiT!rM5»BE

Camp Setting and Petty Purchase 5 Crore

Hiring the trench supervisors and il 2 Crore !; research associates TS: 1000/day i

RA: 800/day

Labour for excavation, pottery washing 500 units per day as per DC rate Hisar

and site management Total: 10 Crore

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Outsourcing the agencies and experts 5 Crore for handling and scientific studies of !j

il material remains i.e. dating of samples

Hiring the technical staff including 8 Crore Draftsmen (lOU), Surveyor (5U),

Photographers (5U), Attendants (lOU),

Chemist (4U), Storekeeper (4U), 1 Modeller (4U), Cook (4U) and food s

supply.

.... 1 ' j TOTAL COST: 30 Crore

Estimated Budget for Initial phase work at Agroha including assessment of level I and level II will be 33 Crores for the year 2018-19. For said estimate it is proposed to make special budget provision in following Scheme for the year 2018-19.

Name of the Scheme Head Purpose Amount

Archaeological O.E. Purchase of 2 crore

Excavation/Exploration scientific

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Station, Drone,

ISRO satellite imagery, High

resolution photography and videography

Maps and drawings, 1 crore Surveying sheets, Outsourcing fee of Surveying agencies

Carhp Setting and 5 crore Petty Purchase

Outsourcing the 5 crore agencies and experts for handling and

scientific studies of

material remains i.e. / f dating of samples /,' Total. 13 crore

Wages Hiring the trench 2 crore \ supervisors and

.. research associates TS: 1000/day' RA: 800/day

Labour for 10 crore excavation, pottery washing and site

management

Hiring the technical 8 crore staff including Draftsmen (lOU), Surveyor (5U), Photographers (5U), ' •Attendants (lOU), Chemist (4U), Storekeeper (4U), Modeller (4U), Cook (4U) and food

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supply.

Total 20 crore

Grand Total 33 crore

In this regard please see the note by worthy DG(A&M) on NP 23-26.

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Sr. Question Information/Reply No.

1 Whether excavation did At present, the site of Agroha is happen if so, what is the Centrally protected under present status now? Archaeological Survey of India, Chandigarh Circle. 'Site had been declared Site of national importance' under Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 by Archaeological Survey of India. Currently the complete hold of Agroha Ancient Mound is under the jurisdietion of ASI, Chandigarh Circle including its conservation and maintenance.

2. Whether Govt. of India No, Govt. of India has no intention intends to continue to the to continue the excavation at excavation at Agroha? Agroha Mound as this point has been cleared by the Archaeological Survey of India, Exploration and Excavation section in the letter no.T-I7011/255/2018 dated 30* May, 2018 (attaehed herewith Flag 'X').

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