Why Shekhawati’s iconic havelis, once home to Birlas, Dalmias, Khaitans, are facing an existential crisis
Published on: April 28, 2026, 4:20 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Rajasthan's historic Shekhawati region, famed for its fresco-painted havelis, faces severe deterioration due to neglect and demolition. Once symbols of merchant wealth, these architectural marvels are rapidly vanishing, impacting cultural heritage and tourism. Urgent preservation efforts, including government funding and community involvement, are crucial to save this 'world's largest open-air art gallery'.
