Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Reviews NMHC Progress, Sets July 2026 Target for Phase 1 Completion

• National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) is a flagship project of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) at Lothal, Gujarat, aimed at showcasing India's ~4,500-year-old maritime heritage.
• Envisioned as one of the largest maritime museum complexes in the world, spread over ~400 acres.
• Relevant for UPSC across Ancient History (IVC/Lothal), Culture, Infrastructure, and Maritime Diplomacy dimensions.