In Pics: Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya to open on April 14, here's all you need to know
The Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya is built at Delhi's Teen Murti Estate and covers the life and times of all the 14 Indian prime ministers so far and will showcase their contributions.
The Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya, a museum that acknowledges the contributions of all previous prime ministers of the country, will be inaugurated on April 14 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.(HT Photo)
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The redeveloped Block I will exhibit a number of gifts received by first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, which have not yet been part of the Nehru Museum.(HT Photo)
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The inauguration of the museum will coincide with the birth anniversary of the architect of the Indian Constitution Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar.(HT Photo)
"Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya is an inclusive endeavour by PM Modi, which is aimed at sensitizing and inspiring the younger generation about the leadership, vision and achievements of all our Prime Ministers," sources told news agency ANI.(HT Photo)
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The design incorporates sustainable and energy conservation practices. No tree has been felled or transplanted. The total area of the building is 10,491 square meters.(HT Photo)
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Tribals and farmers affected by the Ken-Betwa river-linking project stage a symbolic Chita Andolan (pyre protests), Jal Satyagraha and hanging satyagraha by placing nooses around their necks, over their demands of better compensation and rehabilitation, in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. The 15-day protest ended after police removed them from site.
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Parallelly, the crackdown on protesters to maintain law and order situation in the sensitive areas of Central Delhi continued with lathi charge, tear gas firing etc.
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Television evangilist Joni Lamb sings a praise song during 'Celebration', a show that she and her husband Marcus host on the Daystar Network, on July 30, 2001.