Updated 20 February 2024 at 00:34 IST
Ancient Ashoka Inscription at Sasaram Liberated from Encroachment, ASI Takes Charge
The third-century BCE rock edict of Ashoka in Sasaram, Bihar, cleared of encroachment, has been restored to the Archaeological Survey of India by DM Rohtas.
The 3rd century BCE rock edict of Mauryan emperor Ashoka in Sasaram handed over to ASI for preservation. | Image:
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Patna: The third-century BCE minor rock edict of Mauryan emperor Ashoka in Sasaram, Bihar, was cleared of encroachment and handed over to the Archaeological Survey of India by District Magistrate Rohtas, as per reports.
Reports further added that ASI will now oversee the care of the inscription.
Published By : Swapnanil Chatterjee
Published On: 20 February 2024 at 00:34 IST