Conservation of monuments by SDM Dharmothana Trust in association with Department of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Karnataka.

Dharmothana Trust in association with Government of Karnataka has evolved a new and innovative programme under Public-Private partnership to conserve and protect the ancient monuments and Archaeological sites.

A memorandum of understanding has been signed with Sri Dharmasthala Dharmothana Trust for conservation of living temples. A sum of Rs. One crore per annum is earmarked for this purpose. The State Govt., would contribute 40% of the above sum. Sri Dharmasthala Dharmothana Trust would also bare a like sum and the remaining 20% would be borne by the public (Devotees) etc., through contributions. In this manner about 14-15 monuments would be taken up for conservation every year.

Under the said programme 36 monuments has been identified for restoration, with an estimated cost of Rs. 335 Lakhs covering 14 Districts of Karnataka. The Restoration Works of 13 monuments have been completed and 6 are in progress.