Structures inside Mehrauli Archaeological Park bear religious significance: ASI tells SC
Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has told the Supreme Court that two structures inside the Mehrauli Archaeological Park bear religious significance as Muslim devotees visit daily to the Ashiq Allah Dargah and Chillagah of Baba Farid, the revered 13th century Sufi saint. In a report submitted before the top court, the ASI said an inscription on the tomb of Shaikh Shahibuddin (Ashiq Allah) says it was constructed in the year 1317 AD.
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«The structural modifications and alterations for the sake of restoration and conservation have impacted the historicity of the place,» ASI said.
The ASI submitted that the tomb is close to the citadel of Prithviraj Chauhan and falls within the regulated zone of 200 metres according to the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act.
It said any repair, renovation or construction work is to be conducted with prior permission of competent authority.
«Both structures are frequently visited. Devotees light lamps at the Ashiq Dargah for fulfilment of wishes.
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