Archive · 11 Jan 2026
Visakhapatnam to Host Andhra Pradesh's First Lighthouse Museum
Visakhapatnam is going to get a special museum about lighthouses, which will be the first one in Andhra Pradesh.
This museum will help people learn about the sea and the history of lighthouses.
The government also plans to make more lighthouses into places where people can visit and learn.
There was a big festival about lighthouses where many people came to see cultural programs and learn about India's history with the sea.
The government wants to make sure that future generations know about India's important role in maritime activities.
They are also building a big complex in Gujarat to show India's maritime heritage.
Visakhapatnam to get Andhra Pradesh's first Lighthouse Museum to promote maritime education and tourism.
Centre for Maritime Education and Tourism Promotion to be established at a lighthouse in Visakhapatnam.
India to host the IALA General Assembly for the first time in January 2027 with 42 member countries.
Lighthouse tourism has grown significantly, with visitor numbers rising from 4 lakh in 2014 to 20 lakh currently.
National Maritime Heritage Complex being developed at Lothal, Gujarat, with a 77-metre-high lighthouse.
- Who
- Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Minister of State Suresh Gopi
- What
- Announcement of Andhra Pradesh's first Lighthouse Museum and Centre for Maritime Education and Tourism Promotion in Visakhapatnam
- When
- During the valedictory ceremony of the Third Indian Lighthouse Festival
- Where
- Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To promote maritime education, preserve heritage, and boost tourism
- Location
- Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
- Announced By
- Sarbananda Sonowal (Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways)
- Purpose
- Promote maritime education, preserve heritage, boost tourism
- Event
- Third Indian Lighthouse Festival
- Future Event
- IALA General Assembly in 2027
- Visitor Growth
- From 4 lakh in 2014 to 20 lakh currently
- Maritime Heritage Complex
- Lothal, Gujarat (375 acres, ₹4,500 crore)