Is there someone here from Karnataka state in India who can help answer a question for me?

I have heard that to use a tripod for photography at certain locations that I need to contact the Department of Archeology to apply for a permit. In fact, many places I visit require a permit, and I prefer to use 4x5 LF equipment which rather requires that I use a tripod. However, when I look at the list of deparments, secretaries, and ministers for Karnataka state, I cannot find such a department.

So the question is: Whom do I contact for a permit to use a tripod when I visit Karnataka locales that require such a thing?

Thank you for any and all direction/comments/suggestions.