Haryana Heritage Board to Retrieve 11th Century Saraswati Idol from British Museum

The Haryana Heritage Board has formally announced its intention to repatriate an 11th‑century idol of Goddess Saraswati that currently resides in the British Museum, London. The decision follows a growing movement in India to recover cultural artefacts that were removed during the colonial era. The board will coordinate with the museum and relevant authorities to arrange the safe transport of the statue back to Haryana. Officials say the idol will be displayed in a newly established heritage centre in the state. The move is expected to boost local tourism and reinforce Haryana’s cultural heritage.