Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya on 14th April 2022. The Sangrahalaya which in English means Prime Ministers’ Museum is located at the Teen Murti Bhawan, New Delhi which used to be the official residence of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India.
The Museum of PMs is being inaugurated during the celebration of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and tells the story of India after Independence through the lives and contributions of its Prime Ministers.
Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya is a Tribute to every Prime Minister
Guided by the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to honor the contribution of all the Prime Ministers of India towards nation-building, the Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya is a tribute to every Prime Minister of India since Independence, irrespective of their ideology or tenure in office.
It is an inclusive endeavor led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aimed at sensitizing and inspiring the younger generation about the leadership, vision, and achievements of all our Prime Ministers.
Representing a seamless blend of the old and the new, the Sangrahalaya integrates the erstwhile Teen Murti Bhawan designated as Block I, with the newly constructed building designated as Block II. The total area of the two blocks is over 15,600 square meters.
The design of the museum building is inspired by the story of rising India, shaped and molded by the hands of its leaders.
Logo of Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya
The design of the Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya incorporates sustainable and energy conservation practices. No tree has been felled or transplanted during the course of work on the project.
The logo of the Sangrahalaya represents the hands of the people of India holding the Dharma Chakra symbolizing the nation and democracy.
Information for the museum was collected through resources and repositories with institutions such as Prasar Bharati, Doordarshan, Films Division, Sansad TV, Ministry of Defence, Media Houses (Indian and foreign), Foreign News Agencies, etc.
The Museum Provides a Thematic Representation of all PMs
Appropriate use of Archives (Collected Works and other literary works, important correspondences), some Personal items, Gifts and Memorabilia (Felicitations, Honours, Medals conferred, commemorative stamps, coins, etc.), speeches of Prime Ministers, and anecdotal representation of ideologies and different aspects of the lives of Prime Ministers have been reflected in a thematic format.
The Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya has employed cutting-edge technology-based interfaces to encompass heterogeneity in content and frequent rotation of the display.
Holograms, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Multi-touch, Multimedia, interactive kiosks, computerized kinetic sculptures, smartphone applications, interactive screens, experiential installations, etc. enable the exhibition content to become highly interactive and engaging.
There are a total of 43 galleries in the Sangrahalaya. Starting from displays of freedom struggle and the framing of the Constitution, the Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya goes on to tell the story of how our Prime Ministers navigated the nation through various challenges and ensured the all-around progress of the country.
