Cabinet approves development of National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal, Gujarat

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The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on October 9 approved the development of National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat. The project will be completed in two phases.

The Cabinet also accorded in-principle approval for Phase 1B and Phase 2, as per master plan by raising funds through voluntary resources/ contributions and their execution after raising of the funds.

Construction of Light House Museum under Phase 1B will be funded by Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL). Around 22,000 jobs are expected be created in development of NMHC project, with 15,000 direct employment and 7,000 indirect employments.

The implementation of NMHC will boost growth and immensely help the local communities, tourists and visitors, researchers and scholars, government bodies, educational institutions, cultural organisations, environment and conservation groups, businesses.