New Delhi: Cash-rich Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) on Wednesday signed an agreement to conserve the iconic Taj Mahal. As a part of its structured CSR initiatives, ONGC signed a tripartite MoU with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and Ministry of Tourism to conserve the historical monuments under the Clean India Campaign christened as 'Swachchha Smarak, Swachchha Bharat'.
"To begin with, ONGC will invest Rs 20.75 crore for the conservation of the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the world," the company said in a statement.
The Clean India Campaign is an initiative of the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the ASI and is aimed at restoration, preservation, beautification and general cleanliness in and around the famous monuments in India.
The objective is also to ensure increased tourist inflow to the country, improve the quality of services and provide a hygienic environment in and around the tourist destinations across the country.
Tourism Minister Shripad Yesso Naik lauded ONGC for extending the entire financial support to ASI for comprehensive maintenance and conservation of Taj Mahal. The MoU reflects the Maharatna's commitment to maintain and preserve the rich culture and heritage of India.
Clean India Campaign was launched with a symbolic leaning of the Red Fort premises by Tourism Minister.
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