LAHORE:

The Punjab government has announced a major archaeological initiative to reopen excavations at four historic sites in the province next month, aiming to shed new light on ancient heritage, officials said on Thursday.

The excavation work will begin in October at Taxila, Rohtas Fort, Tilla Jogian, and the desert forts of Cholistan. According to the Archaeology Department, the excavations will continue until February, with four dedicated teams assigned to the project.

In Cholistan, seven out of the 21 forts still remain in their original condition and will receive special focus, according to the officials. A development budget of Rs800 million has been allocated for the initiative, they added.

"The department's role extends beyond preserving old structures to uncovering new discov

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