Museum of Royal Kingdoms of India
Museum of Royal Kingdoms of India
Key Takeaways
Introduction
On the eve of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, with reverence to our shared heritage and promise of unity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Museum of Royal Kingdoms of India — an endeavour of honour and legacy, to be built at an estimated cost of ₹367 crore.
The Museum of the Royal Kingdom of India, under the Ministry of Culture, will serve as a national repository celebrating India’s royal heritage with galleries of regalia, artefacts, textiles, manuscripts, paintings, and archival materials from various dynasties and princely states.
Historical Background
At the time of India’s Independence on 15 August 1947, the subcontinent comprised British-administered territories and over 550 princely states and kingdoms.The political integration of these states into the Indian Union represents one of the most defining achievements of our nation post-Independence.
Objectives
The museum initiative is envisioned with the following key objectives:
Key Design Features
This museum will offer a variety of exciting features to explore.
Spread across four thematic galleries, it will provide visitors with a rich and interactive experience through historical artefacts, documents, and digital installations.
Gallery Overview
Conclusion
The integration of princely states is a remarkable achievement of independent India, symbolising unity in diversity and national triumph. The proposed Museum of the Royal Kingdom of India will celebrate this historic process, preserve India’s royal legacies, and highlight their role in shaping cultural and political identity. Combining heritage with modern interpretation, the museum will act as a living repository of India’s royal past, enhancing a vision of a united, inclusive, and culturally vibrant nation.
References
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2183612
https://www.pib.gov.in/newsite/erelcontent.aspx?relid=278034
https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1983935708038341067