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Digitally Public Engagement in Heritage Safeguard & Practice: A Case Study in Lalmai-Mainamati Hills Region, Bangladesh. 5th International Culture, Art and Literature Congress Proceeding Ankara, Turkey. ISBN: 978-625-6955-14-1 (PP 155-162). (www.uksek.org)

ABSTRACT

This paper main Focus on Public Engagement in Heritage practice and safeguarding thorough digital technology. Bangladesh is going to the 4th industrial revolution (Information & Technology) & this pandemic (COVID19) situation minimized the time, so safeguarding our heritage through public awareness is an important part of Heritage practice and safeguarding. This paper investigates how can we use our digital media and Technology purpose on heritage awareness and virtually engage in different ways. Also, describe the highlight of public archaeological prospect in the Lalmai-Mainamati hills region. The Lalmai-Mainamati hill area is one of the important potential archaeological places in Bangladesh. This area has had lots of Buddhist vihara from the 7th century to the 12th century. Moreover, this places are exist Hindu, Islamic monuments and continuous infrastructural development. This Research paper focuses on this area, and getting data collected from those sites to understand the present condition. Digitization is one of the important parts of development in recent times and it will increase day by day. So in this research, the researchers tried to focus on the present prospect of our heritage safeguard through digital media and tried to identify the gap between heritage safeguard and Public engagement. Besides this, the researchers also provide some proposals

in policymaking to enrich digital public engagement.

Keywords: Heritage Safeguarding, Digital Media, Heritage Practice, Community Engagement, Lalmai-Mainamati .

Nawab Faizunessa Chowdhury: A great women leader. in Southeast Asia –Annual Journal Proceeding Comilla University, Cumilla, Bangladesh (PP. 38- 40).

Author: MD NAZMUL HASSAN, Comilla University.

Keywords: women Leadership, Colonial period Cumilla, Jamider, Muslim Women.

Architectural Documentation of Adina Mura Mosque: One of the Earliest Examples of Medieval Islamic Architecture in Cumilla, Bangladesh. – International Culture, Art and Literature Congress, Ankara, Turkey.( ISBN: 978-625-7464-29-1)(www.uksek.org)

ABSTRACT

The aim of this paper is to study, analyze and document the Adina Mura Mosque, which is claimed to be one of the very first and oldest mosques in the Greater Cumilla region of Bangladesh. The name ‘adina’ which means ‘old’ or ‘ancient’ in Bengali language suggests the mosque’s ancient origin, although the exact time period of construction or the identity of the founder is unknown. Through detailed surveys and analysis of the mosque’s remaining architectural features, it can be assumed that many of the features resemble the architectural style of early medieval Islamic Architecture of Sultanate period of Muslim rule in Bengal. However, this historical mosque faces the threat of decay, disintegration, and anthropogenic destruction as unplanned extensions around the original mosque took place without considering its historical and architectural heritage value, with hardly any effort of proper conservation. There is an urgent need for immediate action of research, exploration and preservation to save the legacy of this historic landmark. This research aims to investigate and analyze the historic and physical features of the mosque through a systematic survey and documentation process. This research will lay a foundation for future conservation intervention on this site. Moreover, this work will significantly contribute to historic mosque architecture study in Cumilla region of Bangladesh.

Keywords: architectural documentation, Adina Mura mosque, mosque architecture, Medieval Islamic architecture, cumilla, bangladesh.

Prospect of Digitalization in Museum for Public Engagement and Awareness: A Case Study in Bangladesh National Museum, Bangladesh- RSTU journal. Vol 3(2), 75-88.2022 ( July).

ABSTRACT

This paper discusses archaeological museum digitalization in Storage, archive, presentation, and future prospects of digitalization in Bangladesh perspective. In Bangladesh, a large number of archaeological heritages are existing and lack of human resources and expertise we are unable to proper documentation and presentation for mass people. Bangladesh has almost 80 museums that people are visiting to receive their cultural and historical past knowledge but lack of proper opportunities they missed adequate knowledge and visitor facilities. In this research, we are focused on the prospects and uses of digital tools and technology at Bangladesh National Museum (BNM) for archaeological Materials documentation and presentation. Moreover, we are studying different aspects and uses of digital tools & technology on basis of Bangladesh's perspective and its surrounding circumstances.

Keywords: Public Archaeology, Museum Digitalization, National Museum

Digital Documentation Technique of Archaeological Heritage: A Case Study on the Archaeological Sites of Lalmai-Mainamati in Cumilla, Bangladesh. (Under Review) The Past International Journal 2022, Vol.1 No.2, Department of Archaeology, Sri Lanka)

ABSTRACT

The current paper employs digital technology such as 3D model, photogrammetry, digital mapping, and remote sensing to demonstrate the digital documentation of archaeological heritage. These methods are recognized as advanced instruments for documenting archaeological heritage. Many archaeological sites in the Lalmai-Mainamati hill range have been damaged by natural disasters and other environmental conditions. Besides, many of the sites have totally disappeared without any type of documentation, which will remain a lost chapter in the history of this region. An analytical methodology is presented revealing a new dimension in the documentation of archaeological heritage for future generations. A thorough discussion of the documentation of archaeological heritages will provide the opportunity to learn about potential methods for heritage conservation. In the context of Lalmai-Mainamati, this study emphasizes the significance of digital documentation techniques for preserving or safeguarding cultural heritage. Open access data and digital documentation minimize documentation costs, make it simple to access additional data for analysis, maintain efficiency and data accuracy, and most importantly, encourage public engagement with heritage. As a result, digital documentation techniques are essential for preserving cultural heritage for future

generations

Keywords: Public Archaeology, Museum Digitalization, National Museum