Yogi for speedy completion of ‘Navy Shaurya Museum’ | Lucknow News
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday directed officials to ensure the timely construction of the proposed ‘Navy Shaurya Museum’ in Lucknow.He was reviewing the presentation on the museum during a culture department meeting on Thursday. “The museum will stand as a living symbol of the Indian Navy‘s indomitable valour and India’s maritime prowess in the Indian Ocean region,” the CM said. “The sea has long been the crucible of Indian civilization, and the Indian Navy represents the modern embodiment of that glorious maritime tradition. The museum will serve as an important vehicle for bringing this legacy to the people,” he added. Officials apprised the Chief Minister that the museum will be designed in the abstract form of a ship, featuring ship railings, porthole-style windows, naval architecture, and maritime symbols. “The complex will include an interpretation centre, central deck, open-air memorial, thematic walkways, exhibition galleries, fountains, and a light-and-sound arena. Its energy-efficient design will emphasise natural light, ventilation, and green construction techniques to promote sustainability,” they said. Taking note of this, the Chief Minister emphasised that the museum should not merely serve as a visual display but as an “experience centre” where visitors can engage with history through digital, interactive, and immersive technologies. “The exhibits allow visitors to experience naval operations, warfare, and technological innovations firsthand, and detailed information on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s maritime vision and legacy should be prominently showcased,” he directed. “The museum will rekindle Uttar Pradesh’s ancient maritime heritage, which once served as a vital link in India’s coastal trade and Indian Ocean connectivity. The Navy Shaurya Museum in Lucknow will not only embody the valour of the Indian Navy but also reflect the enduring maritime spirit of India. It will give Uttar Pradesh a proud new identity on the national tourism map,” the Chief Minister said.
