Minister for Tourism H.K. Patil said here on Sunday that the government would make a serious attempt to recover stolen idols and artifacts of the State that have been smuggled out and are in different parts of the world.
He was speaking after releasing the new logo and tagline for Mysuru to promote the city as an international tourism destination for all seasons.
The Minister said it was brought to his notice that as many as 72 sculptures and idols some more beautiful than what is preserved in the existing temples, have been stolen over the years and are on display in museums in England. These sculptures and idols are part of Karnataka’s rich heritage and culture. “I will discuss the issue with the Department of Archaeology Museums and Heritage and take necessary steps in a bid to recover them,” said the Minister.
