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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to complete the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum in Agra by January 2026.
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- He stated that the museum should go beyond being a static exhibition and instead become a vibrant, interactive experience, where visitors can actively connect with the rich and glorious history of India.
- It would serve as a symbol of India’s valour, self-respect, and cultural magnificence, emphasising every gallery should reflect the cultural soul of Uttar Pradesh.
- Museum will enhance Agra’s global identity and become a living symbol of UP’s cultural pride.
About Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum
- Honouring Shivaji’s Legacy: The museum depicts various stages of Shivaji’s confrontation with Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in Agra.
- Prominent Galleries and Exhibits: Each gallery includes thematic and technology-driven presentations that turn visitors into active participants.
- ‘Shivaji and The Great Escape Gallery’: Recreates Shivaji’s Agra Fort escape using 7D technology, digital sound, light, and visual effects.
- Pioneers Gallery: Focuses on the 1857 freedom struggle, featuring Rani Laxmibai, Nana Saheb, and Tatya Tope.
- Festivals Gallery: Showcasing key festivals of Uttar Pradesh, including Mahashivratri and Dev Deepawali in Kashi, Shri Krishna Janmotsav and Rangotsav in Braj, and the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj.
- Gallery of Rivers: Depicts the faith, culture, and folk life surrounding sacred rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, Saryu, and Ghaghra.
- Sections such as ‘Devasur Sangram’ showcase Indian philosophical interpretations of creation, religion, and human values.
- Agra Gallery: Highlights the city’s architectural and cultural legacy, allowing visitors to experience Mughal architecture, Braj culture, and modern Agra.
- Orientation Gallery: Introducing visitors to the museum’s vision, Shivaji Maharaj’s life, and the socio-cultural milieu of his time.
- Fusion of Tradition and Creativity: Each wall, courtyard, and artwork reflects a harmonious blend of folk art, traditional crafts, and modern creativity.
- Cultural Essence in Art and Architecture: CM emphasized that every artwork, sculpture, and architectural element in the museum should embody the cultural soul of Uttar Pradesh.