Heritage Mustn't Be Lost To Development: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant emphasized the need to balance infrastructure development with the preservation of the state's architectural heritage. Speaking at a conference in New Delhi, he advocated for climate-resilient and environmentally responsible construction practices.
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As India undergoes rapid urbanization, the challenge of maintaining cultural identity while modernizing infrastructure is a growing policy concern.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the state's architectural heritage must not be lost as it expands infrastructure and responds to growing urbanisation.Sawant said future projects in Goa should focus on climate resilience, energy efficiency and environmentally responsible construction while protecting the state's cultural identity.He was speaking at the National Conference on Goan Architecture and Sustainability, organised by the Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation at The Leela Palace in New Delhi's Chanakyapuri.Union Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade were among those present at the inaugural session.'Progress Must Strengthen Goa's Character'Speaking to the media, Sawant said Goa's architectural heritage continued to shape the state's future."Goa's architectural heritage is a living legacy that continues to shape our future.
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