Srilanka, July 7 -- The national programme to conserve 1,000 archaeological sites across Sri Lanka, alongside the commencement of Archaeology Week, commences today (07).



Speaking on the initiative, Deputy Minister of Buddha Sasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, Gamagedara Dissanayake said the programme aims to identify sites of historical and archaeological significance and expedite excavation, research, and conservation efforts.



Under the project, a total of 1,000 archaeological sites are scheduled to be conserved. As the first phase, work will begin on 100 identified sites during the Archaeology Week programme.



The Deputy Minister also announced that "Community Conservation Committees" will be established in areas surrou...