Category Archives: Heritage at Risk Register

H@R 300/365 R N Rustom Framna Hall Agra, Uttar Pradesh

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R N Rustom Framna Hall Agra, Uttar Pradesh

It is located in the Cantonment Ward of Sadar. The hall was built under the patronage of the proprietor of Carlton Hotel, R N Rustom Framna in 1923 CE. The structure has undergone inappropriate interventions and is in urgent need of repair and restoration.

The most prevalent issues regarding heritage assets in Agra are lack of heritage awareness amongst the owners, community, pilgrims and tourists, tourism pressure during peak seasons as well as pressures imposed by the rising need for accommodation, market and infrastructure.

H@R 306/365 Shree Jagannath Temple Khallikote, Ganjam, Odisha

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Shree Jagannath Temple Khallikote, Ganjam, Odisha

This temple is the second largest Jagannath Temple, after the Puri Jagannath Temple. As per historians, the construction of the temple was started in 1730 CE by King Jagannath Mardaraja I and completed by his grandson King Jagannath Mardaraja II in 1868.

H@R 305/365 Gokul School Gokul Village, Uttar Pradesh

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Gokul School Gokul Village, Uttar Pradesh

The school is located near Baba Bhojnalaya and the Potana Kund in Adda. Built in 1875 CE, the structure has a rectangular plan (50x60m), with single-storey construction along the periphery of a central open court. The entrance is from the southeastern side. Cusped arches span all the openings and the structure has a flat roof. It has been encroached upon and shows structural as well as material deterioration.

H@R 304/365 Bakhri Hanuman Tal, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

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Bakhri Hanuman Tal, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

The Bakhri (haveli) was built in the year 1909 CE. The structures showcase various decorative features such as balconies, stone carvings, stained glass, etc. There are issues of multiple ownership, and partial use for school and commercial activities. The property shows signs of deterioration and may fall prey to urbanisation and market pressures. The beautiful Sheesh Mahal is in a dilapidated condition and at risk of collapsing. This is a case example to visualise how the absence of these familiar landmarks can rid a town of its character.

H@R 303/365 Lal Kala Gumbaz Sohna, Haryana

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Lal Kala Gumbaz Sohna, Haryana

The complex is around 700 years old, from the reign of Alauddin Khilji. The complex is a repository and excellent educational resource for building construction methodology from the era, although the built heritage is in varying stages of decay and collapse. It is in danger of disappearance, as the historic buildings are at risk of collapse from the existing structural cracks and issues. The domes of two structures have collapsed. The plaster layer of one of the structures is missing, exposing the masonry underneath. INTACH has done architectural and video documentation of the historic structures.

H@R 302/365 Unknown Structure on Sabarmati Riverbank Ahmedabad, Gujarat

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Unknown Structure on Sabarmati Riverbank Ahmedabad, Gujarat

It is located in the Dudheshwar area. Believed to be associated with Dadhichi Ashram, only remains of the historic building are visible. It is endangered due to riverfront developments and is partially collapsed..

H@R 301/365 Kesar-e-Hind Darwaza Raipur, Chhattisgarh

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Kesar-e-Hind Darwaza Raipur, Chhattisgarh

It is located at Ravi Bhawan at Jaistambh Chowk. The Darwaza was built in 1877 to commemorate the presence of the Prince of Wales at Delhi Darbar where Queen Victoria was honoured with the title of Empress of India, meaning Kesar-e-Hind. Initially, it was built as an entrance passage to the city by collective funding of Rs. 4,800 by the then rich and honourable people of Raipur.

Ravi Bhawan, the commercial complex, has engulfed the Darwaza, and two chhatris in the west have been merged with the building. The cupola over the northeast chhatri has been destroyed completely. The roof is used as a dumping ground by shop owners and construction workers. Posters pasted on the walls also deteriorate the aesthetic appeal..

H@R 299/365 Chandraprabhu Temple Zawar Village, Rajasthan

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Chandraprabhu Temple Zawar Village, Rajasthan

Built in 1539 CE, the temple is located 35 km away from Udaipur. The shrine was constructed during the reign of Maharana Udai Singh II and is dedicated to the eighth Jain Tirthankar. Currently, it is abandoned and in an advanced state of decay.

H@R 298/365 Wadas and Vernacular Homes of Saree Weavers Paithan, Maharashtra

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Wadas and Vernacular Homes of Saree Weavers Paithan, Maharashtra

The dual-purpose vernacular architecture, located in traditional community clusters, is an extremely critical aspect of keeping alive the ancient craft of handloom weaving. Due to the increasing pressures of urbanization, there is a risk of disappearance, especially of the humble vernacular houses.

H@R 297/365 Palace, Durga Dalan & Panch Ratna Temple of Majis Paschim Medinipur District, West Bengal

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Palace, Durga Dalan & Panch Ratna Temple of Majis Paschim Medinipur District, West Bengal

The palace of the Maji family was constructed around 1864-1905 CE and located in Kharar, Ghatal I Block. The complex comprises of the residential quarter, temples and dalan for Durga Puja. These are significant for their high artistic quality such as intricate details in stucco work, wooden doors, high Pancha Ratna temple and a group of other temples. Even minimum maintenance is beyond the capacity of the present members of the erstwhile landlord family; however, the owners keep the structures in use and take care of everyday rituals of worship in the temples. The buildings are in a state of deterioration and the residential part has partially collapsed. The ornamentation and stucco work of the temples are almost intact. But uncertainty and the fear of collapse are constant risks.