ASI seeks funds to renovate Pallava period temple

Vanadurga temple at Pakkam village near Gingee in dilapidated condition

The Vanadurga temple in Pakkam village near Gingee, which is in ruins and belongs to the Pallava period, is likely to get a new lease of life as the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Chennai Circle, has sought funds for its restoration.

“The temple is very worthy on the aspect of its historicity and uniqueness. As the temple is dilapidated and also in much ruined condition, it is in urgent need of conservation on priority basis,” said M. Kalimuthu, Superintending Archaeologist, in his letter to the Director-General, ASI.

He has requested funds “under non-protected monument category to preserve the temple and its paintings without altering its originality and authenticity.”