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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Reviews Lothal National Maritime Heritage Complex Progress
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🗓 17 Oct 2026, 06:33 AM
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Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited Lothal to assess the ongoing work on the National Maritime Heritage Complex, a project aimed at showcasing India’s ancient seafaring legacy.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel toured the site at Lothal to examine the current status of the National Maritime Heritage Complex, a flagship initiative that seeks to preserve and present the region’s maritime archaeology.
The complex, planned on the historic Indus‑Era settlement of Lothal, will house museums, research facilities and interactive displays that trace India’s early trade routes and shipbuilding techniques.
State officials briefed the CM on the construction milestones, noting that major structural work is on schedule and that the project is expected to boost tourism and scholarly activity in the state once opened.
Patel emphasized the cultural importance of the site and urged continued support to ensure the heritage centre becomes a premier destination for both domestic and international visitors.
The complex, planned on the historic Indus‑Era settlement of Lothal, will house museums, research facilities and interactive displays that trace India’s early trade routes and shipbuilding techniques.
State officials briefed the CM on the construction milestones, noting that major structural work is on schedule and that the project is expected to boost tourism and scholarly activity in the state once opened.
Patel emphasized the cultural importance of the site and urged continued support to ensure the heritage centre becomes a premier destination for both domestic and international visitors.