LUCKNOW, Jan. 8 -- A day after Hindustan Times highlighted the poor state of upkeep at the Bada Imambada, authorities on Thursday initiated a clean-up drive at the heritage complex, removing garbage and taking corrective measures.

Following the report headlined 'Monumental neglect: Filth, parking chaos mar city's heritage sites', a heap of garbage accumulated on the left side of the Imambada complex was cleared. The Hussainabad and Allied Trust (HAT) placed flower pots at the spot to prevent fresh dumping and improve the area's appearance.

District magistrate Vishak G, who is also chairman of Hussainabad and Allied Trust (HAT), had also visited the site on Wednesday and expressed displeasure over filth and littering in the complex. The ...