TN Budget 2021 | Deep-sea excavations in Sangam age harbours

Tamil Nadu State government announced ₹5 crores in the budget for excavations in the State

: Encouraged by the new archaeological findings in Keezhadi, Mayiladumparai, Korkai and other areas, the Tamil Nadu State government on August 13 announced ₹5 crores in the budget for excavations in the State. Finance Minister P.T.R. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan said that the amount allotted was highest among all states in the country. “The areas in Keezhadi, Sivakalai and Kodumanal where excavations have been carried out will be declared as protected archaeological sites,” he said. He also informed the Assembly about the first stage of deep-sea excavation which is to be undertaken in areas where Sangam age harbours of Korkai and Azhagankulam were located. It would be done in coordination with the National Institute of Oceanography, National Institute of Ocean Technology and Indian Maritime University.