INS Gomati to Become Centrepiece of Naval Shaurya Museum in Lucknow

• The decommissioned Indian Navy warship INS Gomati will be the centrepiece of Uttar Pradesh’s upcoming Naval Shaurya Museum in Lucknow. The project, expected to be completed by 2026 , aims to honour India’s naval legacy and bring maritime history to a landlocked state.

INS Gomati: A Legacy Preserved

• Commissioned in 1988 and decommissioned in 2022 , INS Gomati served the Navy for over three decades. The guided-missile frigate participated in key missions, including Operation Cactus (1988) and Operation Parakram (2001–2002) . The ship will be displayed with its operational deck, weapon systems, and control rooms to give visitors a first-hand glimpse of naval life.

Vision for the Naval Shaurya Museum

• Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called the museum a tribute to India’s maritime courage. Designed to resemble a ship, it will feature sustainable architecture with natural lighting, ocean-themed designs, and interactive exhibits. The complex will include the INS Gomati Shaurya Smarak , exhibition galleries, a light-and-sound arena, and open-air memorials.

Interactive and Educational Experience

• The museum will combine history with modern technology through 7D theatres , warship simulators , and digital storytelling. It will also feature a gallery dedicated to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and a model of the ancient underwater city of Dwarka.

Naval Shaurya Vatika

• Part of the same project, the Naval Shaurya Vatika will display naval aircraft like the TU-142 reconnaissance plane and Sea King SK-42B helicopter . The site will serve as an educational hub, inspiring youth and celebrating India’s maritime achievements.

Key Facts for Exams:

• INS Gomati commissioned in 1988 , decommissioned in 2022 .

• Participated in Operation Cactus (1988) and Operation Parakram (2001–2002) .

• Naval Shaurya Museum to open in Lucknow by 2026 .

• Includes INS Gomati Shaurya Smarak and Naval Shaurya Vatika .