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Save the Past for the Future
Directorate General of Archaeology,
Government of the Punjab
Tourism Department

2. INTRODUCTION
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 Directorate General of Archaeology, Punjab was established in 1987.
 Attached with Tourism Department, Punjab
 Look after 415 protected monuments including 03 World Heritage Sites, 04 National Monuments and
11 Tentative World Heritage Sites in province.
 Preservation of Antiquities and Establishment of Site Museums.
 Training of artisans in field of Archaeology.
 HQ in Lahore, Sub Regional offices in Taxila, Jhelum, Multan and Bahawalpur.
 Sanctioned strength of staff is 864.

3. Vision and Objectives
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Vision
“Survey, excavation and analysis of Archaeological heritage, establishment and maintenance of sites
museum, conservation of all ancient and historical monuments, archaeological sites and remains in the
province.”
Objectives:
 Conservation / Preservation of Protected Archaeological Sites & Monuments owned and maintained by
Archaeology and other Departments
 Preservation of antiquities and establishment of site museums
 Training of staff and artisans in archaeology and conservation
 Archaeological Surveys & Excavations

4. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

5. LEGAL FRAME WORK
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• Antiquities Act, 1975
• Special Premises (Preservation) Ordinance, 1985.
• Punjab Heritage Foundation Act, 2005.
• Punjab Museum Ordinance, 2021

6. Protected Monuments and Sites in Punjab
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Monuments and Sites in Punjab
Sr.# Description No. Owned by Archaeology
Department
1 Special Premises
(under PSPP Ordinance, 1985)
264 Nil
2 Devolved Monuments /Sites
Protected under Antiquities Act,1975
151 70
Total 415 70

7. INITIATIVES
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The following initiatives have been taken / under process with collaboration of Punjab Tourism for Economic Growth
Project (PTEGP)
 Integrated Site Management Plan of Heritage Sites (Completed)
 Golf Carts / Heritage Rickshaw and Coaster for Heritage Sites (Completed)
 History / Direction Boards along Highway and Motorways (In Process)
 Provision for Public Toilets Block at Heritage Sites (In Process)
 Installation of Solar Panels at Heritage Site (In Process)
 Installation of SMD Screen at Taxila Museum (Completed)
 Development of Website of Taxila Museum (Completed)
 Construction of Entrance Gate of Taxila Museum (In Process)
 Establishment for Conservation laboratory along with equipment's (In Process)
 Establishment of Documentation Centre (In Process)
INITIATIVES WITH COLLABORATION OF PTEGP

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CONSTRUCTION OF AUDITORIUM AT HARAPPA

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CONSTRUCTION OF AUDITORIUM AT ALLAMA IQBAL MUSEUM, LAHORE

11. Archaeological Excavation and construction of
Boundary wall at Mound Dilly Roy, Rajanpur

12. Archaeological Excavation Nanadana Fort,
Pind Dadan Khan, Jhelum

13. UPGRADATION
OF
PUBLIC FACILITIES
The following Public
Facilities have been provided
at 30 heritage sites if the
province.
 Benches
 Dustbins
 Canopies
 Toilets Block
 Cafeteria
 Water Cooler

14. ESTABLISHMENTOF NEW
MUSEUMAT
RAM PYARI MEHAL, GUJRAT
& KALLAR KAHAR
Directorate General of
Archaeology, Tourism
Department Government of the
Punjab established new
Museum at Gujrat at Kallar
Kahar.

15. OPENING OF PICTURE GALLERY AT MOOR CRAFT BUILDING OF SHALAMAR GARDENS
Tourist Information Centre at Jahangir Tomb,
Lahore in collaboration with TDCP
Picture Gallery at Moor Craft Building at
Shalamar Gardens, Lahore
History Boards

16. RESTORATION OF PAINTING OF HUNGARIAN ARTIST AUGUST SCHOEFFT
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Directorate General of Archaeology, Government of the Punjab

17. Documentaries
Documentaries of Key Monuments
have been prepared in English and
Urdu Version along with subtitled in
Arabic, Chinese and Turkish
Language
1. Lahore Fort
2. Shalamar Gardens
3. Rohtas Fort
4. Taxila
5. Shahdara Complex of
Monuments
6. Hiran Minar
7. Harappa
8. Katas Raj Temples
9. Nanadana Fort

18. Book
Monuments of
Lahore
A Book titled “Monuments of
Lahore” has been Published by the
Directorate General of
Archaeology,Tourism Department
Government of the Punjab
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19. Development ofWebsite and
Facebook Page for the information of
Heritage Site
www.archaeology.Punjab.gov.pk
Website
www.archaeology.Punjab.gov.pk
Facebook Page
Twitter

20. Geo Tagging of 44 Heritage Site
for easy approach of Visitors
from their location.
www.archaeology.Punjab.gov.pk
Geo Tagging

21. Hidden Gems of
Lahore
CoffeeTable Book on Hidden Gems of Lahore has
been Published to explore the hidden beauty of
Lahore

22. Brochures
Brochures of Key Heritage Sites of the Punjab
are available at Monuments and also available
on Website
www.archaeology.Punjab.gov.pk

23. Public facilities and
Promotion of Heritage Sites
 For the promotion of Tourism a plan
for the heritage sites have been
prepared with collaboration of
Tourism Development Corporation
Punjab.
1. Shalamar Garden, Lahore
2. Hiran Minar, Sheikhupura
3. Shahdara Complex of Monuments
4. Rohtas Fort, Jehlu,
5. Harappa
6. Taxila
Golf Cart
Bridal Shoot
Heritage Rickshaw
Mughal Costume

24. History Boards
INSTALLATION OF BOARD AT TAXILA WITH COORDINATION OF PTEGP
• Installation of Indication / History and Information Boards on Highways and Motorway

25. Before After
DEVELOPMENT AND RESTORATION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES FROM TAXILA TO
SWAT (TAXILA SECTION), RAWALPINDI

26. Before After
DEVELOPMENT AND RESTORATION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES FROM TAXILA TO
SWAT (TAXILA SECTION), RAWALPINDI

27. IMPROVEMENT OF TAXILA MUSEUM

28. PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION OF SURI MOSQUE, BHERA

29. During After
PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION OF SURI MOSQUE, BHERA

30. Before After
PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION OF SURI MOSQUE, BHERA

31. Before After
PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION OF SURI MOSQUE, BHERA

32. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF TOMB OF NOOR JAHAN,
SHAHDARA, LAHORE

33. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF JAHANGIR TOMB SHAHDARA LAHORE

34. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF JAHANGIR TOMB SHAHDARA LAHORE

35. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF HIRAN MINAR AND TANK, SHEIKHUPURA

36. DEVELOPMENT AT HIRAN MINAR AND TANK, SHEIKHUPURA
Mansraj Cafe Toilets Block
Library
Sitting Area
Office Block
Entrance Gateway

37. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF ROHTAS FORT, JEHLUM

38. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF CHAUBURJI GATEWAY, LAHORE

39. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF CHAUBURJI GATEWAY, LAHORE

40. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF TOMB OF NAWAB BAHADUR KHAN, LAHORE

41. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF TOMB OF MUSA PAK SHAHEED, UCH SHARIF, BAHAWALPUR

42. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF TOMB OF ZAIB UN NISA, LAHORE

43. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF TOMB OF ZAIB UN NISA, LAHORE

44. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF GHULABI BAGH GATEWAY, LAHORE

45. CONSERVATION OF HISTORICAL MONUMENTS
NEAR METRO TRAIN ORANGE LINE TRACK LAHORE

46. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF BUDDHU’S TOMB, LAHORE

47. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF BOALI AT JANDIALA SHER KHAN, SHEIKHUPURA

48. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF SAMADH OF BHAI WASTI RAM, LAHORE

49. Before Conservation After Conservation
CONSERVATION OF SHER SINGH BARADARI, LAHORE

50. Before Conservation During Conservation
CONSERVATION / RESTORATION OF TOMB OF SHAH ALI AKBAR SURIJ MAINI, MULTAN

51. CONSERVATION / RESTORATION OF TOMB OF SHAH ALI AKBAR SURIJ MAINI, MULTAN

52. Before Conservation During Conservation
Conservation of Darawar Fort

53. Before Conservation During Conservation
Conservation of Darawar Fort

54. Before Conservation During Conservation
Conservation of Darawar Fort

55. Before Conservation During Conservation
Conservation of Darawar Fort

56. Illumination of Monuments
Illumination work on more
than 13 heritage sites of the
province have been
completed for the Night
Tourism

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Illumination (Completed / In progress) of Monuments of Lahore
Allama Iqbal Museum
Smadh of Bhai Wasti Ram
Tomb of Zaib un Nisa
Chauburji Gateway
Shalamar Gardens
Tomb of Qutab-ud-Din Aibak

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Conservation and Restoration of Losar Boali, Wah Cantt
GeneralView of Losar Boali

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Conservation and Restoration of Losar Boali, Wah Cantt
Before Conservation AfterConservation

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Conservation and Restoration of Losar Boali, Wah Cantt
Before Conservation AfterConservation

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Conservation and Restoration of Losar Boali, Wah Cantt
Before Conservation AfterConservation

62. Development of Rothas Fort, District Jhelum

63. Development of Rohtas Fort Jehlum
Construction of JeepTrack
After Development
Before Development

64. Development of Rohtas Fort Jehlum
Development ofApproach Road
After Development
Before Development

65. Development of Rohtas Fort Jehlum
Development of Car Parking and Auditorium

66. Development of Rohtas Fort Jehlum
Development ofTrack

67. Conservation of Bahar Wali Boali, Kharian District Jhelum
Excavation and Conservation of Structure of Boali
AfterConservation
Before Conservation

68. Conservation of Bahar Wali Boali, Kharian District Jhelum
Conservation of Gateway and Steps
AfterConservation
Before Conservation

69. Conservation of Bahar Wali Boali, Kharian District Jhelum
AfterConservation
Before Conservation
Excavation of Boali, Conservation and Fixing of Iron
Grill

70. Conservation of Bahar Wali Boali, Kharian District Jhelum
AfterConservation
Before Conservation

71. Restoration and Upgradation of Central Archaeological Laboratory, Lahore
 Conservation of CentralArchaeological Laboratory

72. Restoration and Upgradation of Central Archaeological Laboratory, Lahore
 Dust Proof Room and Cabins at Laboratory

73. Restoration and Upgradation of Central Archaeological Laboratory, Lahore
 Laboratory Equipment's and Chemicals
Distilled Water Plant

74. Restoration and Up gradation of Central Archaeological Laboratory, Lahore
 Office Furniture and I.T Equipment’s

75. Development and Provision of Public Facilities at Harappa Museum, Sahiwal
 Construction of Auditorium and Inauguration by Honorable Governor Punjab

76. Development and Provision of Public Facilities at Harappa Museum, Sahiwal
 Conservation of ancient site of Harappa

77. Development and Provision of Public Facilities at Harappa Museum, Sahiwal
 Development of walkways and Fixing of Canopies

78. Development and Provision of Public Facilities at Harappa Museum, Sahiwal
 Up gradation of Existing Building of Museum and Children Play area
False Ceiling and lighting

79. Conservation of Tomb of Shah Ali Akbar, Suraj Miani, Multan
Before Conservation
 Conservation of Exterior of Tomb, Plinth protection and Iron grill
After Conservation

80. Conservation of Tomb of Shah Ali Akbar, Suraj Miani, Multan
 Conservation of Ghalib Kari Work
Before Conservation After Conservation

81. Conservation of Tomb of Shah Ali Akbar, Suraj Miani, Multan
 Conservation of Interior of Tomb (Kankar Lime Plaster, Pucca Qali, Incised work in geometrical pattern)
Before Conservation After Conservation

82. Conservation of Tomb of Shah Ali Akbar, Suraj Miani, Multan
 Conservation of Interior of Tomb (Kankar Lime Plaster, Pucca Qali, Fresco Painting, Incised work in geometrical
pattern)
Before Conservation After Conservation

83. Development of Deer Observatory at Hiran Minar, Sheikhupura
Fixing of fencing and razor wire

84. Development of Deer Observatory at Hiran Minar, Sheikhupura
Construction of Animal Shelter Construction of Water Tank

85. Conservation of Nandana Fort, Jhelum
 Restoration of retaining wall of Nandana Fort
Before Conservation After Conservation

86. Conservation of Nandana Fort, Jhelum
 Conservation of Nandana Fort
Before Conservation After Conservation

87. Conservation of Nandana Fort, Jhelum
 Archaeological Excavation at Nandana Fort

88. Conservation of Nandana Fort, Jhelum
 Construction of Approach Path and Hiking Track

89. Conservation of Nandana Fort, Jhelum
 Construction of Al-Beruni Research Centre and Fixing of Canopies

90. Museum at Multan
 Construction of Museum in Multan

91. Museum at Multan
Front Elevation

92. Museum at Multan
 Construction work in Progress

93. Development of Museum at Harappa
 Construction work in Progress

94. THANKS
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1. Fort and Shalamar Garden in Lahore
World Heritage Sites in Punjab

96. World Heritage Sites in Punjab
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2. Rohtas Fort, Jhelum

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 Dharmarajika Stupa
 Mohra Muradu Stupa
 Sirkup Site
 Bhir Mound
 Giri Stupa
 Giri Remains
 Kalawana Stupa
 Mankiala Stupa
 Bhallar Stupa
 Kunala Stupa
World Heritage Sites in Punjab

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Taxila Museum
(A Museum related to mother ancient site of Buddhism)
 Established in 1928 as Archaeological Site Museum of Gandhara. Artifacts
related to Buddhism discover during the excavations at Taxila Valley are housed
in taxila Museum.

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Harappa Museum
(A Museum related to mother ancient site of Indus Valley Civilization)
Harappan Jewelry
Early Harappan Pottery Cemetery

100. E
LAHORE FORT MUSEUM
(A Museum related to Mughal, Sikh)

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ALLAMA IQBAL MUSEUM, LAHORE

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Museum at Ram Pyari Mehal Gujrat
(New Museum established at Gujrat )

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 Archaeological Site of Harappa
 Badshahi Mosque, Lahore
 Tombs of Jahangir, Asif Khan and Akbari Sarai, Lahore
 Wazir Khan's Mosque, Lahore
 Hiran Minar and Tank, Sheikhupura
 The Salt Range and Khewra Salt Mine
 Derawar and the Desert Forts of Cholistan
 Tomb of Bibi Jawindi, Baha'al-Halim and Ustead and the Tomb and Mosque of Jalaluddin Bukhari ,
Uch Sharif
 Tomb of Hazrat Rukn-e-Alam, Multan
List of Tentative World Heritage Sites In Punjab

104. Tentative Cost Rs. 20.000 Million
Gestation Period: 2 Years
Executing Agency: Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
History:
The Archaeological mound Sangulwala at Chak No.742/G.B., Tehsil Kamalia District Toba Tek Singh is situated at a
distance of about 12 km southwest of Kamalia city on the main Chicha Watni – Kamalia road near chak No.734/G.B.
bus stop. Which measures 400 meter long to east west and 300 meter wide to north south (20 Acres). The
approximately height of the site from surroundings level is about 12 meter. Most of area has been merged into the
cultivated field. The considerable area of the archaeological site has cultural deposits accumulated over several
centuries of settlements. The entire mound is littered with potsherds having typical similarity with the Tulamba pottery
from 3rd century B.C. to 18th century A.D. During the visit some structural remains have been exposed by the
encroachers of site, the northeast part of the site clearly indicates the walled settlement of sun-dried bricks with bastion
of burnt bricks.
Major Components:
 Boundary wall
 Iron Fencing
 Development of site & Public Facilities
 Archaeological Excavations
Preservation and Development of Archaeological Site of Tibba
Sangarwala, Kamalya District Toba Tek Singh

105. Preservation and Development of Archaeological Site of Tibba
Sangarwala, Kamalya District Toba Tek Singh

106. Preservation and Development of Archaeological Site of Tibba
Sangarwala, Kamalya District Toba Tek Singh

107. Preservation and Development of Archaeological Site of Tibba
Sangarwala, Kamalya District Toba Tek Singh

108. Tentative Cost Rs. 50.000 Million
Gestation Period: 2 Years
Executing Agency: Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
 The Tomb of Dai Anga is on GT Road inside Gubabi Bagh, Baghbanpura Lahore . She was wet Nurse of Emperor Shah
Jahan. Tomb was built in 1655 AD by a noble. Murad Khan Bikanar.
 Prince Parwez, second son of Jahangir he died in 1626 AD.
 Jani Khan, titled Intizam-ud-Daula, son of Nawab Qamar-ud-Din Khan, minister of Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah
died in 1748. Moin-ul-Mulk then became the governor of Punjab and appointed Jani Khan as commander of the army..
 These small Mughal monuments of Lahore are in bad state of conservation and need urgent conservation.
Major Components:
 Conservation of the monuments and enclosure/ perimeter walls
 Underpinning of the old structures
 Kankar Lime Plaster, Glazed Lime Plaster
 Fresco, Ghalib Kari, Pointing
 Development of the area & Public Facilities
Preservation and Restoration and Improvement of Heritage Sites of Lahore including
Tomb of Dai Anga,Tomb of Jani Baig, Tomb of Prince Pervaiz, Unknown Tomb, Kos
Minar, etc.

109. Preservation and Restoration and Improvement of Heritage Sites of Lahore including
Tomb of Dai Anga,Tomb of Jani Baig, Tomb of Prince Pervaiz, Unknown Tomb, Kos
Minar, etc.
Tomb of Dai Anga

110. Preservation and Restoration and Improvement of Heritage Sites of Lahore including
Tomb of Dai Anga,Tomb of Jani Baig, Tomb of Prince Pervaiz, Unknown Tomb, Kos
Minar, etc.
Tomb of Prince Pervaiz Tomb of Jani Baig
One Kos Minar

111. Tentative Cost Rs. 100.000 Million
Gestation Period: 3 Years
Executing Agency: Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
History: Derawar Fort is the largest and the most impressive architecturally sustained fortress of Cholistan. Hindu Rajput,
Rai Jajja Bhatti of Jaisalmar was the one who originally built a Fort on this site. The Fort remained under the control of a
royal family of Jaisalmar until 1733A.D when Nawab of Bahawalpur captured this Fort. It remained as deserts abode till
1970 and survived intact due to constant occupation by Royal family. Keeping in view it's historical and architectural
significance, it was declared protected under Antiquities Act 1975 and also inscribed on Tentative World heritage list of
UNESCO.
There are many buildings inside the fort in miserable condition. Civil building at the left side of courtyard has impressive
has impressive architecture and is selected for conservation/restoration.
Major Components:
 Underpinning and brick work to stabilize decaying structure.
 Preservation/Restoration of wooden doors and windows as per original design.
 Preservation/Restoration of dome and vaults and flat roof with brick masonry.
 Preservation/Fresco paintings and stucco tracery work as per original
 Restoration of floor of main hall, rooms and courtyard with brick tiles.
 Preservation/Laying of kankar lime and glazed lime plaster.
 Preservation/Restoration of wooden Jalies and Chajja
 Provision of Walkways on Fortification Wall
Conservation/Restoration of Civil Building inside Derawar Fort

112. Conservation/Restoration of Civil Building inside Derawar Fort

113. Conservation/Restoration of Civil Building inside Derawar Fort

114. Tentative Cost Rs. 50.000 Million
Gestation Period: 2 Years (2022-23 to 2023-24)
Executing Agency:
Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
Building Department, Punjab
Dharmarajika, the earliest and the largest Buddhist religious complex at Taxila. It was built to
enshrine the holy relics of the Buddha by the famous Mauryan King Asoka the Great who was
also known as Dharmaraja for his services to Buddhism and thus it named “Dharmarajika”
Dharmarajika Stupa, Taxila, is frequently visited by the local and international tourists.
However, no parking area is available with the site due to which the visitors are supposed to
park their vehicles on the road side which is very dangerous. Therefore, a proper parking area
alongwith proper approach is extremely required to facilitate the visitors.
Major Components:
•Acquisition of private land for providing of parking area.
•Development of Parking Area and approach path to the site.
•Construction of Cafeteria / Gift Shop, Booking Counter & Toilets in the parking area.
Acquisition of Land and Development of Parking Area at Dharmarajika Site,
Taxila

115. DHARMARAJIKA SITE TAXILA

116. Proposed for parking
Google Map of Dharmarajika Site

117. Proposed area for Parking at Dharmarajika Stupa

118. Tentative Cost Rs. 25.000 Million
Gestation Period: 3 Years
Executing Agency: Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
Background:
• Cultural wealth of a country is its most valuable treasure and its protection and
preservation is the duty of whole mankind.
• Punjab is one of the richest Provinces in terms of archaeological and historical heritage in
Pakistan.
• The history of this Province started from the Paleolithic period in Rawalpindi district about
two millions year back and continued to the colonial period
• Unfortunately due to lack of awareness of the heritage treasure the due sense of care,
preservation and promotion could not be created in the people. As a result archeological
sites and monument are not being preserved as properly
• Moreover these cultural assets have not been promoted for awareness in the masses for
enhancement of tourism in the country.
Creation of Awareness and Promotion of Sites and Monuments of the
Punjab

119. Major Components:
• Seminars lectures, workshops, on heritage and tourism
• Cultural events on site or monuments
• Hosting of related events of other agencies
• Awareness activities through Educational Institutions
• Cultural Festivals
• Special exhibitions at sites regarding archaeological heritage
• Publications/Broachers/Leaflets
• Short documentaries of heritage sites
• Cultural Awareness banner/signboards
• Children awareness activities
• Internship and research work
• Procurement of necessary equipments
• Honorarium for lecturers/ organizers
• Provision of transport
Creation of Awareness and Promotion of Sites and Monuments of the
Punjab

120. Tentative Cost Rs. 15.000 Million
Gestation Period: 1.5 Years
Executing Agency: Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
• Sheikhupura Fort was built by the Emperor Jahangir in 1607 A.D as part of a recreational park
and royal hunting resort. It was also used as a halting stage for imperial visits to Kashmir or
Kabul.
• The Fort is an important archaeological/historic site that showcases the transition from the
Mughul era to the Sikh era in this region.
• Fort was transferred to Punjab Government after 18th constitutional amendment in severely
damaged condition.
• Fort structure particularly inside fort are in precarious condition. Wide cracks have appeared in
the buildings, some of the roofs collapsed. Forts have basements which not yet been fully
explored their present condition. Comprehensive studies are required to determine cases of
decay and development of proposal for conservation/restoration of Fort.
• This proposal to carry out documentation and certain studies and development of conservation
plan of existing structures which are in critically dilapidated condition
Survey, Documentation and Studies for Development of
Conservation Plan of Sheikhpura Fort, Sheikhupura (PC-II)

121. Major Components of Scheme
i. Digital Documentation, Damage Analysis and preparation of Conservation and
Re-use proposals
ii. Damage Analysis, preparation of Conservation and Re-Use proposal
iii. Study / Research on previous occupation and history of interventions .
iv. Geo-tech Investigation
v. Research on Structure Stability
vi. GPR (Ground Penetration Radar) Test
vii. Study of water drainage system
viii.Development of comprehensive conservation plan of the fort
Survey, Documentation and Studies for Development of
Conservation Plan of Sheikhpura Fort, Sheikhupura (PC-II)

122. Directorate General of Archaeology, Government of the Punjab
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Present Condition of Sheikhupura Fort
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Present Condition of Sheikhupura Fort

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Present Condition of Sheikhupura Fort
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Present Condition of Sheikhupura Fort (Cracks)
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Present Condition of Sheikhupura Fort
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Present Condition of Sikh Haveli at Sheikhupura Fort
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Present Condition of Sheikhupura Fort (Paintings)
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Present Condition of Surroundings of Sheikhupura Fort
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Present Condition of Basement of Sheikhupura Fort
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Fortification Wall
Conservation / Restoration of Sheikhupura Fort
Before After

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Before After
Fortification Wall
Conservation / Restoration of Sheikhupura Fort

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Before After
Fortification Wall
Conservation / Restoration of Sheikhupura Fort

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Fortification wall work in progress
Conservation / Restoration of Sheikhupura Fort

135. Tentative Cost Rs. 200.000 Million
Gestation Period: 3 Years
Executing Agency: Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
Backgroud
• The Directorate general of Archaeology, Punjab was 1987
• The main function of the Directorate General of Archaeology, Punjab is to preserve,
conserve, restore and develop the protected historical monuments of the province of
Punjab with the aim to give them a new lease of life for the coming generation.
• After the 18th Amendment in the Constitution of Pakistan, the Federal Department of
Archaeology& Museums was devolved and monuments were transferred to the
Directorate General of Archeology which increased its responsibilities
• Presently 416 monuments/ site enlisted as protected under Antiquity Act 1975 and
Special Premises Preservation Ordinance 1985, which come under regulatory
jurisdiction of Directorate General of Archaeology
Capacity Building of Directorate General of Archaeology

136. • Survey, Research, Documentation& Excavation of entire archaeological heritage,
and establishment of new site museums at important cities of the Punjab are also
part of major functions DGA
• Main offices of the Director General of Archaeology are in Lahore, Bahawalpur,
Jhelum, Multan, Harappa and Taxila only while its jurisdiction for protection and
preservation of archaeological heritage spread over entire Punjab
• Due to inadequate resources it is observed this directorate unable to discharge its
responsibilities effectively and efficiently
• There is dire need to improve the Capacity of the Directorate General of
Archeology for its different components for better service delivery
Capacity Building of Directorate General of Archaeology

137. Major Components:
• Establishment of Sub Regional Offices at Divisional Level particularly Sargodha,
Gujranwala and DG Khan
• Establishment of Planning & Documentation wing
• Establishment of Media & Marketing wing
• Strengthening of Existing Establishment / offices (ATCB, Law, Horticulture etc)
• Provision of Equipments, Furniture & Transport
Capacity Building of Directorate General of Archaeology

138. Tentative Cost Rs. 80.000 Million
Gestation Period: 2 Years
Executing Agency: Directorate General of Archeology, Punjab
Background
The old town of Amb is situated in the Salt Range 5 miles south of Sukesar Peak. The
Dhodha Nala flows between Amb and Sakesar and almost isolates the flat topped hill
on which stands the old fort of Amb with its square towers and massive walls. The area
of the temple covers about 10 acres of strewed stone. There are three temples in the fort
one large and two small build of blocks of ‘Kanjor Stone’ which date back to 9th – 10th
century A.D. These were originally plastered. The large temple stands on a platform 90
feet long, 62 feet broad and 6 feet high. The temple has the ground story 15 feet square,
the middle one 12 feet and the upper nearly 10 feet. The total height of the temple
including the plinth is about 60 feet. The style of ornamentation is Kashmiri
Preservation and Restoration of Amb Temples, Khushab,

139. Major Components of the Scheme:
 Conservation and Restoration of Temples, steps and other allied structures,
 Restoration of fortification wall,
 Providing walkways
 Installation of 1nformation boards at the site,
 Provision of public facilities,
 Construction of chowkidar room,
 Landscaping/ development of site
 Printing of brochures of the monument.
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147. BUDDHIST TRAIL
1
2
3
4
BuddhistTrail
(Route 1)
1. Taxila Museum
2. Dharmarajika Stupa
3. Sirkup
4. Mohra Muradu
Mohra Muradu
Sirkup
Museum
Dharmarajika Stupa
3 KM
2 KM
6 KM
From
Islamabad

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NON DEVELOPMENT BUDGET 2021-22
Grant No.. Original
Allocation
2021-2022
Revised Allocation 2021-
2022
Exp. Till April,
2022
Closing Balance
2021-2022
LQ4239-Archaeological 210.771 99.442 75.820 23.622
LQ4358-LF & SMG 85.824 98.804 66.582 32.222
LQ4544-Devolved Offices 231.397 203.793 154.043 49.750
Total 527.992 402.039 296.445 105.594
(Rupees in Million)

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PUNJAB HERITAGE FUND
(Rupees in Million)
 The Punjab Heritage Fund was created under Section-5 of the Punjab Heritage Foundation Act, 2005.
 Initially a PLS Account was opened in the Bank of the Punjab.
 Heritage Fund is to be utilized for the
“improvement, proper maintenance, preservation, conservation, rehabilitation, promotion of research
work, publication of periodicals, monographs, pamphlets, newspapers, books and posters of Punjab
Heritage”
 All the earning of Directorate General of Archaeology from various historical monuments (Booking,
Café, Parking contract, and shooting fees etc.) are being deposited in the Heritage Foundation Account.
Particulars Amount
Amount Invested as Term Deposit Receipt (Rs.85 + Rs.200 + Rs.300) 585.000
Amount retained in PLS Account BOP 383.000
Net Amount in PHFF as on 20-5-2022 968.000