Cabinet approves Rs 3,230 crore for Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum
The museum will be developed through the adaptive reuse of the North and South Block complex in New Delhi.
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the development of the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum on Wednesday, according to the Deccan Herald. The project, located in the historic North and South Block complex in New Delhi, has an estimated total cost of Rs 3,230 crore.
The museum aims to showcase India's civilisational legacy through its tangible and intangible cultural heritage. Officials stated the project is expected to have the largest display area in the world, spread over a proposed built-up area of approximately 1,78,509 square metres.
The development will involve the adaptive reuse of the iconic buildings following the relocation of government offices. The project includes gallery development, conservation facilities, visitor amenities, and the integration of immersive technologies.
The museum will feature various thematic galleries. Proposed subjects for these exhibitions include artistic practices, knowledge systems, diverse cultural traditions, and topics such as spirituality, mathematics, astronomy, and ancient scripts.
Implementation will occur in phases from the 2026-27 financial year to 2030-31. The first gallery, themed on 'Adornment', is expected to open to the public in the North Block during the latter part of 2027.
The facility is being designed to accommodate a yearly flow of one crore visitors. It is intended to serve students, researchers, and tourists as a public cultural and educational institution.