New York, July 9 -- The Charminar and the Golconda Fort, two of Hyderabad's most famous monuments, were re-opened for visitors on July 6, only to be shut again.
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which is responsible for the upkeep of the centrally protected monuments, went back on its decision after the Telangana government opposed their re-opening as both were located close to areas witnessing a spike in Covid-19 cases.
Few people had booked their tickets online and were allowed entry but sale of tickets was stopped after local authorities expressed the apprehension that re-opening of the monuments could lead to violation of social distancing and other Covid-19 norms.
It was brought to the notice of the ASI's Hyderabad Circle of...