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Big boost to development of NMHC at Lothal as India, Netherlands sign MoU
MoU brings together NMHC, being developed by Centre, and National Maritime Museum (NMM) in Amsterdam
The MoU was exchanged during a bilateral meeting between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel. (File Photo)
India and the Netherlands have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in maritime heritage, marking a significant step towards the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat, an official release said Sunday.
The MoU was exchanged during a bilateral meeting between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel.
The release stated that the MoU brings together the NMHC, being developed under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and the National Maritime Museum (NMM) in Amsterdam.
“Under the agreement, the two sides will collaborate on the exchange of knowledge, expertise and best practices in maritime museum design, curation and conservation. The partnership will also facilitate joint exhibitions, research projects and cultural exchange programmes, while exploring innovative approaches to enhance visitor experience, education and public outreach,” it stated.
The NMHC at Lothal is being developed as a world-class heritage complex showcasing India’s 4,500-year-old maritime legacy. Collaboration with the Amsterdam-based museum is expected to strengthen its global profile, promote inclusive education and tourism, and ensure affordable access for students, local communities and underprivileged groups.
Quoting Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on the occasion, the release stated, “The MoU between the NMHC at Lothal and the NMM in Amsterdam is a landmark step in taking India’s rich 4,500-year maritime legacy to the global stage. This partnership will bring world-class expertise in conservation, curation and museum design, while strengthening cultural ties between India and the Netherlands. It also aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of combining heritage with innovation to promote inclusive education, tourism and people-to-people connections.”
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