Built across the North and South Blocks that surround Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum is being developed by the Ministry of Culture. File image/PTI
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Firstpost16-01-2026, 17:26

India to Host World's Largest Museum: Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum Details Revealed

  • India will soon be home to the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum in Delhi, set to become the world's largest museum by area, surpassing the Louvre.
  • Developed under the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, the museum will span 1.55 lakh square meters and house 80,000 to 1 lakh artifacts across 30 galleries and eight thematic zones.
  • It will showcase 5,000 years of India's cultural heritage, from the Indus Valley Civilization to modern times, featuring ancient manuscripts, sculptures, and digital installations.
  • The project involves Indo-French technical cooperation, with Arcop Associates and renowned architect Kulapat Yantrasast leading the design.
  • Expected to attract 10 million visitors annually, the museum aims to be a leading cultural tourism destination, with the first gallery opening by late this year.

Why It Matters: India is building the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum, set to be the world's largest, showcasing 5,000 years of history.

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