Buckets placed to check seepage at Ajanta Caves; ASI says paintings safe
ASI Deputy Superintendent told reporters that the issue crops up during heavy rains.
A viral video showed buckets placed to collect water leaking from the roof of the Ajanta Caves in Maharashtra, causing concern that the sculptures inside were at risk. However, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has clarified that the paintings and sculptures depicting Lord Buddha’s life face no danger. The seepage has developed in some caves during heavy rains, prompting ASI authorities to place buckets to catch the dripping water.
Dr. Shilpa Jamgade, a Deputy Superintendent at the ASI, explained that the issue arises when heavy rain causes water to flow from the rock cavities. To ensure visitor safety, the buckets are placed to prevent tourists from slipping on the wet surfaces. She added that the caves are rock-cut structures, and heavy rain causes water to flow down from these cavities.
The ASI has also installed drains above the caves, which are regularly cleaned to prevent water from entering the rock formations.
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