India’s P M Modi ji inaugurated Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya in New Delhi

By Mahadev Desai

As part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, India’s PM Modi ji inaugurated Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya, in New Delhi, on April 14, 2022. This one-of-a-kind museum is located in newly built Block 2 of the iconic Teen Murti Complex. It is a glowing example of digital transformation of museum industry. Starting from displays on the freedom struggle and the framing of the Constitution, the Sangrahalaya goes on to tell the story of how our Prime Ministers navigated the nation through various challenges and ensured the all-round progress of the country. It is a tribute to every Prime Minister of India since independence, irrespective of their ideology or tenure in office.

The Sangrahalaya is an inclusive endeavor led by PM Modi ji, aimed at sensitizing and inspiring the younger generation about the leadership, vision and achievements of all Indian Prime Ministers.
It will become a source of inspiration for the youth who will be able to witness the hardships each PM faced and how they overcame them to lay the foundations of a new India.
At the inauguration ceremony Modi ji said, “Every government formed in independent India has contributed in taking the country to the height it is at today. The museum has also become a living reflection of the shared heritage of each government. Every Prime Minister of the country has contributed immensely towards achieving of the goals of constitutional democracy, the Prime Minister continued. “To remember them is to know the journey of independent India. People coming here will be familiar with the contribution of the former Prime Ministers of the country, their background, their struggles and creations”, he added.

Starting from displays on the freedom struggle and the framing of the Constitution, the Sangrahalaya goes on to tell the story of how our Prime Ministers navigated the nation through various challenges and ensured the all-round progress of the country. 
The Museum has 43 galleries which has personal items, memorabilia, speeches, and more. It has used state of art technology like holograms, virtual reality, augmented reality, multi-touch, interactive screens, computerized kinetic sculptures, and interactive kiosks.
Time Machine is a ride back in time to re-live India’s past. Shatabdi Sankalp invites visitors to post their vision for India in 2047. Near the entrance, there is a striking display of the National Emblem of India.

You can sit in a chair and click on a picture with your favorite Prime Minister sitting next to you in another chair.

There is handwriting robot. It will write a quote of your favorite Prime Minister with his signature and your name embedded in the quote, which can be printed for you.

At the Unity Wall you can stand shoulder to shoulder with fellow Indians and celebrate our greatest strength—Our Unity—at the Unity Wall.

You can also explore the Glimpses of the Future at the Virtual Reality Helicopter Pod.

The Museum is now open to the public. Do visit when you are in New Delhi.