Vadnagar, the birthplace of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is expected to get a new cultural attraction in the form of an Archaeological Experience Museum. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to inaugurate the museum on Thursday, which is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the city’s 2,500-year-old history through an immersive and interactive experience.
Built at an estimated cost of Rs 298 crore, the four-storey museum covers an area of ​​12,500 square meters and will house more than 5,000 artefacts recovered from excavations in Vadnagar.
The museum aims to highlight the multi-layered cultural history of Vadnagar, displaying a range of archaeological finds, including coins, tools, weapons, sculptures, ornaments, and living things such as food grains and fossils. It also has rare artifacts such as shells and ceramic assemblages, which show the importance of the city’s long-standing history.
The museum is equipped with nine galleries with topics on the city’s art, sculptures, and language from different periods. Visitors can explore the ancient cultural heritage of Vadnagar through visual displays and digital resources, making the museum an educational center for both history buffs and students.
Another highlight of the museum is its direct connection to the live excavation site via a bridge, which allows visitors to see archaeological remains at a depth of 1618 meters.
The museum also has an experimental shed, where visitors can explore and see ongoing excavations and historical treasures that continue to be unearthed.
Vadnagar, located in the Mehsana district of Gujarat, is known for its unique blend of Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Muslim cultural influences. Over the years, the city has been an important center of religious and educational heritage, and this museum will showcase its rich history.
In addition to the museum, Amit Shah will also launch a new sports complex in Vadnagar, which will cater to local athletes with facilities for badminton, basketball, table tennis, judo, and more. A multi-purpose indoor hall and a 200-bed hostel for boys and girls are also included in the project.
The inauguration ceremony will also feature a film on the journey of Prime Minister Modis Modi, further emphasizing the importance of Vadnagar in shaping his educational and political background.
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