CM Yogi Reviews Progress of Navy Shaurya Museum, Aims to Put Uttar Pradesh on National Tourism Map

Chief Yogi Adanath recently the progress of theNavy Shaya Museum' project Lucknow. museum aims to highlight the Indian Navy's bravery and strength in the Indian Ocean. The CM mentioned that this initiative would provide Uttar Pradesh with a distinct presence on India's tourism map.

A committee led by Rajesh Kumar, Director General of Tourism, has been formed to oversee the museum's development. This team includes members from the Maritime Heritage Society, UP Projects Corporation, and naval experts. Their task is to ensure the project's successful execution.

Innovative Design and Features

The museum will be designed to resemble a ship, featuring elements like ship railings and porthole-style windows. It will also include an interpretation centre, central deck, open-air memorial, thematic walkways, exhibition galleries, fountains, and a light-and-sound arena. The design emphasises energy efficiency through natural light and ventilation.

The museum is not just a visual display but an experience centre where visitors can engage with history through digital and interactive technologies. The CM instructed that exhibits should allow visitors to experience naval operations and technological innovations firsthand.

Project Segments and Highlights

The project comprises two segments: 'INS Gomati Shaurya Smarak' and 'Nausena Shaurya Vatika'. The INS Gomati (F-21), a Godavari-class missile frigate that served for 34 years in operations like Operation Cactus and Operation Parakram, will be preserved within the complex.

The 'Nausena Shaurya Vatika', described as the project's highlight by the CM, is set for early completion. A TU-142 aircraft used for maritime surveillance will be installed here along with a proposed Sea King SK-42B helicopter exhibition.

Interactive Experiences

The museum complex will feature attractions such as a 7D theatre, aircraft carrier landing simulator, warship simulator, submerged Dwarka model, digital water-screen show, marine life aquarium, and participatory activities like 'Dress Like Your Heroes’.

Interactive galleries dedicated to the Navy's gallantry awards, historic missions, and indigenous defence innovations are also planned. These features aim to provide an engaging experience for visitors of all ages.

"The Navy Shaurya Museum in Lucknow will give Uttar Pradesh a proud new identity on the national tourism map," stated Adityanath. He emphasised that this museum would revive Uttar Pradesh's ancient maritime heritage which once played a crucial role in India's coastal trade.