Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Prahlad Singh Patel on Saturday inaugurated gallery of confiscated and retrieved antiquities at Purana Quila in New Delhi.

Talking to the reporters, Mr. Patel said, it is a matter of pride that it has been possible to retrieve the historical pieces of the heritage from abroad.

He further said, this is success of the efforts of the strong leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the ancient antiquities, which were lost earlier, are now once again been retrieved.

He also said that the retrieved items will enhance the knowledge about our rich culture and heritage. The number of antiquities recovered in the last five years is the highest ever. He further said, the recent success is because of our continuously improving cultural relations with various countries.

The gallery was established by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The displayed antiquities will sensitize the public towards the illegal trade of nation’s heritage. The gallery will remain open for public from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. (except Friday).