Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Nizam's jewels stored securely with RBI
The Nizam's jewels, which are very old and special, are kept safe in a bank called the Reserve Bank of India.
The government knows these jewels are important because they are part of history and culture.
People in Hyderabad want to see these jewels, but the government has not decided yet if they will be moved there to be shown to the public.
The jewels have been kept in the bank since 1995 because it is a very safe place.
173 pieces of Nizam's jewels are stored in RBI vaults since 1995.
The Ministry of Culture recognizes their historical, cultural, and heritage significance.
The jewels are under a high-security custodial arrangement with the RBI.
No decision has been made to relocate the collection for a permanent public exhibition in Hyderabad.
The government acknowledges the public interest and sentiment associated with these artefacts.
- Who
- Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
- What
- Nizam's jewels stored securely with RBI
- When
- Since 1995
- Where
- Reserve Bank of India (RBI) vaults
- Why
- For security, insurance, and conservation considerations
- Jewels
- 173 remarkable pieces
- Storage Location
- Reserve Bank of India (RBI) vaults
- Storage Duration
- Since 1995
- Security Arrangement
- High-security custodial arrangement
- Government Recognition
- Historical, cultural, and heritage significance
- Current Decision
- No decision to relocate for permanent exhibition in Hyderabad
