The historical Monsieur Raymonds Obelisk, also known as Raymonds Tomb, at Asmangadh in Malakpet in Hyderabad. File.
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The iconic Raymond’s Tomb, one of Hyderabad’s enduring links with France, is set to undergo restoration with financial assistance of ₹14 lakh from the Bureau de France, Hyderabad, in a move aimed at preserving the monument and deepening cultural ties between the two sides.The project reflects the long-standing historical and cultural relationship between France and Hyderabad, with Raymond’s Tomb standing as a reminder of the legacy of Michel Joachim Marie Raymond, the French military officer who served under the Nizams and earned immense popularity among Hyderabadis.The decision was taken at a review meeting on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) chaired by A. Vani Prasad, Special Chief Secretary, Youth Advancement, Tourism and Culture Department, and attended by a French delegation and senior Telangana government officials.
Review meeting chaired by A. Vani Prasad, Special Chief Secretary, Youth Advancement, Tourism and Culture Department was attended by a French delegation and senior Telangana government officials
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