The Maharashtra government has allocated Rs 7 crore for the conservation of the historic Khanderi Fort, a strategic base for the Maratha navy in the 17th century. The project will focus on repairing 21 collapsed bastions, fortifying dilapidated walls, and reconstructing a portion of the seaside wall that collapsed in 2009. The conservation work will be carried out in five phases, with the initial phase prioritizing the repair of over 10 bastions. The project also aims to build necessary facilities for visitors, including historians, researchers, and tourists, who are drawn to the fort’s significance in Maratha history. The Khanderi Fort, built in 1679 to counter the Siddis at Murud Janjira Fort, is one of four forts nominated for World Heritage Site status. The conservation efforts aim to preserve this important historical landmark and provide visitors with a deeper understanding of its rich history.