Archive · 9 Oct 2026
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Approves Third Phase of Lucknow Naval Museum
Uttar Pradesh has approved another part of a naval museum project in Lucknow.
The museum is meant to teach visitors about India’s maritime history and the Navy.
The new phase includes a large water area, boat activities and displays.
Visitors may also see ship replicas and learn about sea life.
A new centre will use digital displays, films and interactive activities.
The project is being developed by the state Tourism Department with the Indian Navy.
The Lucknow Development Authority will look after the museum facilities.
The whole project is expected to be completed by 2027, and visitors will need tickets, with lower prices for students and schoolchildren.
The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the third phase of the Nausena Shaurya Sangrahalaya project in Lucknow.
Plans include a water body across 6.8 acres, ship replicas, boating, exhibitions and light-and-sound shows.
A Curation and Experience Centre will include digital galleries, interactive exhibits, presentations and simulations.
The Lucknow Development Authority will manage the site’s operation and maintenance; land transfer to the Tourism Department was approved for a token Rs 1 lakh.
About Rs 69.10 crore has been sanctioned so far, and the three-phase project is targeted for completion by 2027.
- Who
- The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the project phase; the Tourism Department is developing the museum with the Indian Navy.
- What
- Approval was given for the third phase of the Nausena Shaurya Sangrahalaya, including a 6.8-acre water body and a Curation and Experience Centre.
- When
- The Cabinet approval was reported on Friday, October 9; the project is targeted for completion by 2027.
- Where
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said the project aims to connect young people with India’s maritime heritage and make history, science and technology engaging for students.
- Project
- Nausena Shaurya Sangrahalaya
- Approved phase
- Third phase
- Water body area
- 6.8 acres
- Land transfer amount
- Rs 1 lakh
- Sanctioned so far
- Around Rs 69.10 crore
- Project launch
- 2025
- Target completion
- 2027
- Entry
- Ticketed, with concessional rates for students and schoolchildren