Gandhinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a visit to his home state of Gujarat today, reviewed the progress of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal in Ahmedabad district. He also inspected the completed works and held a detailed review meeting with officials regarding the ongoing projects at the site.

Lothal, once a prominent trading hub of the Indus Valley Civilisation, stands as a symbol of India’s maritime strength and prosperity. The National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) is being developed at this historic site to showcase the nation’s rich maritime legacy. The project reflects one of the Panch Pran pledged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi—preservation of ancient heritage—which is taking shape through the development of NMHC.

The National Maritime Heritage Complex will feature the world’s tallest lighthouse museum, standing 77 meters high with an open gallery at 65 meters, offering panoramic views of the entire complex. A nighttime lighting show will add to its attractions. The complex will also include a floating restaurant, a 100-room tent city and resort, and e-car facilities for convenient movement. Parking for 500 electric cars will be provided, and a 66 kV substation is already operational.

The NMHC, being developed at an estimated cost of ₹4,500 crore, has been allotted 375 acres of land by the state government. The museum will feature a Lothal Mini Recreation to bring Harappan architecture and lifestyle to life, along with four innovative theme parks: the Memorial Theme Park, Maritime and Navy Theme Park, Climate Theme Park, and Adventure and Amusement Theme Park. The complex will also house 14 galleries showcasing India’s maritime heritage from Harappan times to the present, as well as a Coastal States Pavilion highlighting the maritime traditions of other states and union territories. DeshGujarat