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Cabinet approves ₹3,230 crore Yuge Yugeen museum project in Delhi
India's Union Cabinet has greenlit development of a landmark museum showcasing the nation's civilisational heritage through adaptive reuse of the historic North and South Block complex in the capital. The project, estimated at ₹3,230 crore, will transform the iconic buildings into a state-of-the-art cultural institution.
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The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the museum development during its Wednesday meeting. The Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum will preserve the architectural character and heritage significance of the North and South Block complex while repurposing it as a major public cultural institution.
The museum is designed to present India's rich civilisational legacy through an integrated narrative of both tangible and intangible cultural heritage, emphasizing the nation's continuity, diversity and cultural richness. Spanning approximately 1,78,509 square metres of built-up area, the facility will accommodate contemporary museum practices and immersive technologies to enhance visitor engagement and educational outcomes.
The project will be benchmarked against leading international museums, incorporating visitor-centric interpretation methods and advanced exhibition design standards. Officials stated the ₹3,230 crore investment represents a significant undertaking in preserving India's cultural institutions while creating a modern, accessible public space for engagement with the nation's heritage and civilisational achievements.