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Ghor Officials Urge Protection of Historical Sites in Dawlatyar District

From Pajhwok Afghan News · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Context piece
  • Ghor province's Information and Culture Director urged residents to prevent encroachment and destruction of historical sites in Dawlatyar district.
  • Visits to ancient sites like Dahana Minar highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
  • Safeguarding historical assets is a shared responsibility, reflecting the country's identity across different eras.

Local authorities in Ghor province are calling on residents to actively protect historical sites within Dawlatyar district from encroachment and destruction. Mawlawi Abdul Hai Zaeem, the Director of Information and Culture for the western province, visited several ancient locations, including the Dahana Minar site, to emphasize the critical need for preservation.

Zaeem stressed that any form of illegal excavation, construction, or damage to archaeological areas is unacceptable. He appealed to the community for cooperation in safeguarding these valuable historical assets, which are integral to understanding the region's past.

The Ministry of Information and Culture (MoIC) is committed to protecting and preserving historical monuments nationwide, in line with directives from the Islamic Emirate's leadership. Zaeem stated that historical heritage serves as a crucial reflection of Afghanistan's identity through various historical periods, making its protection a collective duty for all citizens.

Historical heritage reflects the countryโ€™s identity across different periods of history, and protecting it is a shared responsibility.

โ€” Mawlawi Abdul Hai ZaeemDirector of Information and Culture for Ghor province, emphasizing the significance of cultural heritage.
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Originally published by Pajhwok Afghan News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.