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Historians raise concern over pollution at Bibi Ka Maqbara

By Lokmat Times Desk | Updated: January 25, 2026 21:25 IST

Chhatrapati SambhajinagarThe historic Bibi Ka Maqbara has darkened due to pollution from nearby brick kilns, vehicles, and waste, ...

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Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

The historic Bibi Ka Maqbara has darkened due to pollution from nearby brick kilns, vehicles, and waste, affecting both the tomb and its minarets, local history enthusiasts said on Sunday.

On National Tourism Day,ndian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) organized a heritage walk at Bibi Ka Maqbara. Spread over 33 acres, the mausoleum is often referred to as the “Taj of the Deccan.” Historian Dr. Dulari Qureshi narrated its Mughal-era history, while architect Amit Deshpande explained the monument’s architectural significance, including the Charbagh garden’s canal system and water management.

Present at the event were INTACH members Maya Vaidya and adv Swapnil Joshi, vice chairman Narendra Kulkarni CII Marathwada Zonal Council, CII’s deputy director Rubina Abrar, Sanket Kulkarni, Aditya Waghmare, Dr. Sanjay Paikrao, Dr. Nita Padalkar, Bageshri Desai, Ved Jahagirdar, Neelima Jog, Prashant Awasarmal, and others.

Photo Caption: History enthusiasts at the heritage walk at Bibi Ka Maqbara.

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