- The first gallery of the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum will open by the end of 2026
- The museum will span North and South Blocks, covering 1.55 lakh square metres
- It will display 80,000 to 100,000 artefacts showcasing 5,000 years of Indian heritage
New Delhi is set to welcome a cultural landmark by the end of this year as the first gallery of the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum opens in the historic North Block on Raisina Hill - the seat of the Central government, reported The Times of India. Set to become the world's largest museum, it will eventually span both North and South Blocks, transforming what was once the administrative heart of India into a showcase of its civilisational journey. Over the next three years, around 30 thematic galleries will be unveiled, displaying between 80,000 and 100,000 artefacts from across the country.
What Makes Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum Special
The museum will cover about 1.55 lakh square metres, including over 80,000 square metres of display space. It will feature objects from national, state and ASI-run museums, telling the story of India's cultural heritage over 5,000 years - from the Indus Valley Civilisation to modern times.
First Gallery Coming Soon: What To Expect
Culture Secretary Vivek Aggarwal told The Times of India that the first gallery will open later in 2026 and will offer a glimpse of the museum's vision. It will include around 100 key artefacts that highlight India's cultural and philosophical depth.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi previously shared an illustration video on his official YouTube channel showcasing the key features of the upcoming world's largest museum.
Watch the video below:
Repurposing Heritage Buildings
The museum will be created through "adaptive reuse" of the British-era North and South Blocks, preserving their architectural character while converting them into cultural spaces. Ministries have already moved to new offices, making way for the transformation.
Boost To Delhi Tourism
Officials expect about 10 million visitors annually once the museum is fully operational. Plans include accessible routes for persons with disabilities and even a proposed underground tunnel linking the two blocks, which could serve as a cultural corridor.
When complete, the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum will surpass the Louvre in size, offering visitors an immersive experience of India's rich history and heritage. It promises to become one of Delhi's most iconic attractions for culture enthusiasts worldwide.
