The deputy minister for Tourism, Finance, and Administrative Affairs inspects Historical Monuments and Archaeological Sites in Samangan Province.

Mawlawi Qudratullah Jamal, Deputy Minister for Tourism, Finance, and Administrative Affairs at the Ministry of Information and Culture, led an official delegation to Samangan Province, where he toured historical monuments, archaeological sites, and various departments of the Provincial Directorate of Information and Culture.
During the visit, the Director of Information and Culture for Samangan described the province as one of Afghanistan’s culturally and historically rich regions, emphasizing the significance of its heritage sites and calling for increased attention to their preservation and protection.
The Director of Cultural Heritage Preservation also briefed the delegation on the historical importance of several ancient monuments and outlined the challenges facing the conservation and maintenance of archaeological sites and historical landmarks across the province.
Deputy Minister Mawlawi Qudratullah Jamal conducted a thorough assessment of the condition of the historical and archaeological sites and, as a result, issued directives to strengthen efforts for preservation. These included assigning responsibility for urgent repairs and establishing regular review processes to maintain these national treasures.
He stressed the importance of clearly demarcating and safeguarding archaeological boundaries by installing official identification signs. He stated that a key outcome of the meeting was the decision to accelerate efforts to prevent illegal occupation and encroachment on lands surrounding heritage sites. Furthermore, he emphasized that the meeting resulted in a commitment to foster public cooperation in the protection of the country’s cultural and historical legacy.
The deputy minister reaffirmed that safeguarding historical monuments and cultural heritage is a shared responsibility between the government and the people, underscoring the need for sustained commitment and serious attention to preserving Afghanistan’s historical identity and cultural heritage for future generations.
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5/18/2026