The Department of Archeology Punjab has decided to establish two new museums in Multan and Harappa. In this regard, a meeting was held on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Director General Archeology Zaheer Abbas Malik, in which progress on the project of new museums was reviewed. The consultant firm gave a detailed presentation in the meeting. Director Conservation and Development Anjum Qureshi and Deputy Director South Salman Tanveer shed light on the process of construction and exhibition of museums and provided details regarding various aspects of the project.
Addressing the meeting, DG Archeology Zaheer Abbas Malik said that existence of museums is very important to protect the archeology of Punjab and create awareness among the people about their historical heritage. “Under this strategy, effective measures are being taken to protect and restore the historical places in Punjab,” he said. The DG expressed his satisfaction over the progress on the ongoing projects and emphasised the importance of their timely completion. He directed to the concerned officers to complete the pending works as soon as possible and ensure that the proposed museums meet international standards.
During the meeting, a clear roadmap was drawn up for the next steps, including timelines for completion of construction work, holding of exhibitions and official opening of the museums. Zaheer Abbas Malik said that these projects will not only help in preserving the great historical heritage of the region but will also play an important role in making these museums centers of cultural education and tourism. He expressed the hope that these initiatives will help in the survival of the country’s cultural heritage and the promotion of Pakistan’s positive identity at the international level.