Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the renovated complex of Jallianwala Bagh Smarak to the nation today (August 28) via video conferencing. He will also inaugurate museum galleries developed at the Smarak.
“Four Museum galleries have been created through adaptive reuse of redundant and underutilised buildings. The galleries showcase the historical value of events that unfolded in Punjab during that period, with the fusion of audio-visual technology, including projection mapping and 3D representation, as well as art and sculptural installations,” the Union government said in a statement.
Many development initiatives have been undertaken at the renovated complex. “Elaborate heritage restoration works have been carried out in sync with the local architectural style of Punjab. The Shaheedi well has been repaired and restored with a redefined super structure. The heart of the Bagh, the flame monument, has been repaired and restored, water body rejuvenated as a lily pond, and the pathways made broader for better navigability,” the government said.
Several new and modern amenities have been added, including redefined paths of movement with appropriate signages, illumination of strategic spots; landscaping and hardscaping with native plantation; and installation of audio nodes throughout the garden. Also, newer areas have been developed for housing the Salvation Ground, Amar Jyot and Flag Mast.
(With inputs from PIB)
