as much as I m perturbed by the visuals of the big temple we need to remember the ASI is the best bet we have to preserve our heritage. its of no use to pull them into contreversies or discourage them. some of the jobs they have done are remarkable and that will preserve those monuments for a few centuries more.
Venket: I agree with you. What has happened cannot be reversed. It is better to interact with the seniors of the ASI, and make them commit more care, resources - financial, technical and manpower, and complete the restoration as quickly as possible. The contractor and his staff will need more guidance. I hope IIT expert committee will submit its report soon, instead of December.
Negative publicity will make both ASI and the contractor defensive and will be counter productive. Sampath
I understand the frustration. But I don't think vandalism is an appropriate word to describe this situation. Vandalism is Willful, in this case it is not.