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Committee to protect archaeological sites

editorJul 30, 20200

UTV | COLOMBO – Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has appointed an advisory committee to protect sites of archaeological importance. The committee comprises of 20 members

PTF will conserve and preserve all archaeological sites in East: Defence Secretary

editorJun 10, 20200

(UTV | COLOMBO) – The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on Archaeological Heritage Management in the Eastern Province has been tasked to conserve all archaeological heritage

Presidential Task Force to protect archaeological sites

editorMay 23, 20200

(UTV | COLOMBO) – President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said that a Presidential Task Force will be appointed under the Defence Secretary to conduct a comprehensive survey

Tough action against vandalizing archaeological and historic sites: Def. Sec.

editorMay 15, 20200

(UTV | COLOMBO) – Defence Secretary Kamal Gunaratne said yesterday that tough action will be taken against those vandalizing and encroaching archaeological and historic sites.

Archaeological excavation work begins after 125 years

editorFeb 19, 20170

(UDHAYAM, COLOMBO) – Archaeological excavation work in Batticaloa area is to recommence after 125 years. Archaeological Commissioner General Dr. Senerath Dissanayake said that the exploration