But Tourist Guides Welfare association president squarely blames the heritage body for failing in its maintenance and conservation task

Plant growth on the Taj Mahal's central dome has raised concerns about its upkeep. The Archaeological Survey of India plans to remove the plant, which appeared after recent rains caused water seepage.

The plant has emerged between two marble stones and a molding section, with its leaves swaying rapidly in the breeze.

A tourist's photo showing plant growth on the Taj Mahal's central dome has raised concerns about its maintenance. Despite the Archaeological Survey of India's annual Rs 4 crore preservation budget, recent rainwater seepage and structural issues have sparked criticism.

A purported video of a submerged garden on the premises of the ivory-white marble mausoleum was doing the rounds on social media since Thursday after heavy rains.

Serious concerns are being raised about the Taj Mahal's neglect after the renowned Mughal monument's main dome leaked in rain.

Agra: Concerns over the upkeep of the Taj Mahal have arisen after a tourist shared a photo on social media showing plant growth on the marble wall of the monument's central dome. The plant was seen sprouting between the marble stones on the northern side of the dome,