‘5th phase of Keezhadi excavation soon’

Minister for Tamil Official Language and Tamil Culture K Pandiarajan on Sunday said that the fifth phase of excavation at Keezhadi Archaeological site will commence in a week.

By :  migrator
Update: 2019-06-02 20:49 GMT
Minister for Tamil O?fficial Language and Tamil Culture K Pandiarajan

Chennai

Addressing reporters in Hosur, Pandiarajan said, “Four phases of excavation had been completed in Keezhadi Archaeological site in Sivaganga district and the fifth phase will commence next week.” He also said that the state government is planning to setup museums in every district and this year two museums will be set up.


In Krishnagiri district too, a museum will be established. He further said that 12 ancient forts, including the famous Gingee fortwill be renovated and a tender for Rs 24 crore had been floated.

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