Bhubaneswar, Aug. 30 -- An Odisha media delegation led by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Bhubaneswar, has embarked on an inter-state media exposure tour to Puducherry to witness the implementation and impact of key developmental initiatives of the union Government.
As part of the opening leg, the delegation visited Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram), the UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Pallava-era monuments. Journalists explored the iconic Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance and Shore Temple, gaining insights into the region's rich architectural heritage.
The delegation was also briefed on the conservation initiatives undertaken by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to protect the centuries-old granite monuments from saline expo...