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Forgotten

The Maoist insurgency in Bihar is having an impact on historical sites as well. The historical Barabar Caves, deep inside the Barabar hills, are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves dating back to about 200 BC. But few ever visit them since they lie in the insurgency belt. The other reason is administrative neglect. Though the Caves have been declared national heritage sites by the Archaeological Survey of India, little is done for their upkeep. The caves were cut into the twin hills of Barabar and Nagarjuni. Apart from Asokan inscriptions, the caves also contain many sculptures of Hindu and Buddhist deities cut into the rock.

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