Once the fortified capital of the Panchakot Raj (10th–18th centuries), Garh Panchkot is a historic hill-side complex of temples and royal structures abandoned after the Maratha incursions of the 18th century.
By the time conservation began, the precinct had suffered extensive deterioration, including collapsed walls, dense vegetation growth, soil deposits, and severe structural instability. The restoration focused on stabilising and reviving the site while preserving the authenticity of its historic garh typology.
The project included the conservation of key monuments such as the Pancharatna Temple, Jorbangla shrines, Durga Mandir, Kankali Tala, Raghunath Temple, the Rani Mahal, and the Kutchery Complex. Using traditional materials and historically compatible techniques, the interventions retained original fabric while ensuring long-term structural stability.
The conservation transformed Garh Panchkot into a sustainable cultural destination, safeguarding its heritage while opening it to future generations.
- Property/Project Name: Garh Panchkot Heritage Precinct
- Location: Garh Panchkot
- Category: Conservation
- Year: 2014–2016
- Award(s): HUDCO Conservation of Heritage Design Award
