MoU signed for development of National Maritime Heritage Complex

The Union ministry of ports, shipping and waterways and the Union ministry of culture signed an MoU for ‘Cooperation in development of National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC)’ in Lothal in Gujarat.

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The NMHC will be developed in the vicinity of the ASI site of Lothal, located about 80km from Ahmedabad.

The complex will be developed as an international tourist destination, where the maritime heritage of India from ancient to modern times will be showcased.

For developing the project, the land transfer formalities have been completed and all land-related clearances and the environmental nod have been obtained.

The NMHC will be developed in an area of about 400 acres. It will house unique structures such as National Maritime Heritage Museum, Lighthouse Museum, Heritage Theme Park, museum-themed hotels, maritime-themed eco-resorts, and Maritime Institute. These will be developed in a phased manner.