18-05-2025
‘Museums play vital role in research & conservation of historical artefacts'
Ranchi: The
Archaeological Survey of India
(ASI), Ranchi circle, observed
International Museum Day
on Sunday with an exhibition showcasing Jharkhand's protected monuments and global heritage sites.
Organised to raise public awareness about heritage preservation and the evolving role of museums, the event showcased photographs of ancient sites and monuments across the state.
The initiative is also aimed at connecting students, heritage professionals and the general public with the importance of cultural conservation.
Karabi Saha, the superintending archaeologist of the ASI Ranchi circle, underlined the significance of the scientific preservation efforts. "If historical artefacts and ancient buildings are not preserved systematically, they risk disappearance. Museums play a vital role in their research and conservation," she said.
The event also included a lecture by a heritage scholar on "The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities", highlighting how museums must adapt to changing societal dynamics. Two hands-on workshops were also conducted, with one on Mithila painting, led by artists Abhilasha Chaudhary and Nidhi Kumari. The other workshop was on terracotta pottery, led by Sanjay Kumar.
Students from Ranchi University's archaeology and museology departments actively participated in the programme. Officials and staff from the state's department of art and culture and ASI were also present.
