Think about going to a place where history talks, lights move, and robots write for you. That’s what makes Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, Delhi’s most fun museum for families and kids, so special. It’s not a quiet place with dusty books; it’s a lively place with sounds, colors, and stories about India’s leaders. It feels like stepping into a time machine for kids. For parents, it’s a proud reminder of how India became what it is now.
This place is great for everyone: kids who are curious, teachers, students, and families who like to explore. You can do more than just look at things here; you can touch, listen, play, and even pose with virtual leaders. It’s a retelling of India’s history that makes you want to go back.
The Museum’s Story
The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, or Prime Ministers’ Museum, is built to tell the stories of all of India’s prime ministers, from Jawaharlal Nehru to Narendra Modi. The idea came from wanting to help young Indians understand how democracy and leadership have changed the country.
The museum is in the Teen Murti Bhavan complex in New Delhi. Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya was dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 14, 2022. Prior to its inauguration, it was known as the Nehru Memorial Museum. The building is a mix of modern glass, stone, and light, symbolizing both the old and the new India. It is run by the Ministry of Culture and is open to the public on April 21, 2022.
The museum tells the stories of all India’s prime ministers — including Nehru, Lal Bahadur Shastri, Gulzarilal Nanda, Indira Gandhi, Morarji Desai, Charan Singh, Rajiv Gandhi, V.P. Singh, Deve Gowda, Gujral, Chandra Shekhar, P.V. Narasimha Rao, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Manmohan Singh, and Narendra Modi. Each one has a space with pictures, videos, letters, and 3D models that show their work, travels, and ideas for India.
The main goal is to make history come alive and be fun, especially for kids who have only read about these leaders in school.
Welcome to the new world: the Levitating Emblem and Kinetic Wings
From the moment you walk in, the experience feels like it’s from the future. A 3D-printed National Emblem hangs in the air and spins thanks to electromagnetic waves. Above, hundreds of LED lights form the Kinetic Wings—a moving pattern of the tricolor that represents freedom, progress, and unity.
The “Parichay” Immersive Room
Parichay is the first stop on your trip. It’s a digital room with sounds, stories, and views from all directions. Giant screens here show India’s Prime Ministers in action, showing how their leadership changed the country, from making the economy better to making scientific discoveries. Kids really like the moving pictures and voiceovers that make history come to life.
Walk Through Freedom and Togetherness
The Freedom & Unity zone is next. It is a very moving gallery that shows the country’s fight for freedom. Through projections, life-sized models, and voice narration, you meet Mahatma Gandhi, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. One corner shows how Patel united hundreds of princely states into one India. It’s history told through colour, sound, and spirit.
Technology That Brings History Alive
What makes Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya special is its use of technology. It feels like a blend of museum and video game. Here are some of the most exciting exhibits you’ll find:
This photo from Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya in New Delhi captures a child experiencing the “Selfie with Prime Minister”
- Picture with Prime Ministers: Step in front of an AR (augmented reality) screen, choose your favorite prime minister, and take a photo with his hologram that looks like you’re sitting beside them! It’s both fun and educational, and a hit among school kids and families.
- Stroll with Prime Ministers: Using Augmented Reality and Chroma Key technology, you can walk beside virtual versions of India’s leaders. Just stand before the green-screen setup and watch your AR stroll appear on screen — but remember, the camera doesn’t capture green colour!
- Handwriting Robot: Kids can command a real robot arm to write quotes and signatures of their favourite Prime Ministers. They get a printed keepsake with the message they chose.
- Shatabdi Sankalp is a digital station that asks people to write down what they want India to be like in 2047, the 100th year of independence. Your message appears on a glowing wall, which stands for the hopes of a new generation.
- Digital India Village: This display shows how a small Indian village changes over time when it gets electricity, solar lights, computers, and internet access. You can make the changes come to life by pressing a button.
- Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan Missions: Kids can draw spaceships or planets in the “Sketch and Bring a Mission to Life” section. Their drawings are shown on a big screen as part of India’s story about space travel.
Kids can learn even the hardest things with these displays because they are both fun and useful.
The Audio Guide Experience
The museum has an Audio Guide, which is a small handheld device that gives simple explanations of each exhibit. This makes the visit even easier. People of all ages can listen to stories in different languages and understand what they are seeing. It’s like having a friendly guide in your pocket.
Special VR & Show Experiences
Technology lovers can enjoy two amazing experiences inside:
- Time Machine: Step into this thrilling capsule and “travel” through India’s history. On a 360-degree screen, you’ll see major events—the independence movement, Green Revolution, economic reforms, and the digital era—all within minutes.
- Bhavishya ki Jhalkiyan: Sit in a helicopter-shaped pod and get a 360-degree virtual reality preview of India’s future — smart cities, clean energy, and innovation. Both kids and adults will be amazed by the ride.
Show of Sound and Light at Night
The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya becomes even more magical as the sun goes down, even though it closes at 6:00 PM. The museum hosts a Sound and Light Show in Hindi and English until 8:15 PM.. Using lasers, music, and voiceovers, the show tells India’s story from independence to today. There are pictures of leaders, moments of freedom, and accomplishments like the Green Revolution and the launch of Chandrayaan on the museum walls.
Families sit outside and watch the lights move across the building. The story is easy to follow, the pictures are bright, and the sound effects make you feel like you’re in the story. For a lot of families, it’s the best way to end a day of fun and learning.
Visitor Information
Here’s everything you need to plan your visit smoothly:
- Location: Teen Murti Marg, New Delhi
- Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Closed on Monday and Gazetted Holidays)
- Sound & Light Show: Hindi – 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM, English – 7:45 PM to 8:15 PM
- Tickets (excluding the sound & light show): ₹50 for adults, ₹40 for children (ages 5–11), and free entry for kids under 5.
- Light & Sound Show Tickets: ₹150 for adults, ₹100 for children (ages 5–11).
- Add-On Tickets: Handwritten Letter from the Prime Minister – ₹50, Walk with the Prime Minister -₹50, Selfie with the Prime Minister- ₹50, and Bhavishya Ki Jhalkiyan (VR Helicopter Ride)- ₹100 (Click here to See the details of the ticket price)
- How to Reach: Nearest Metro: Lok Kalyan Marg Metro Station (Yellow Line). From there, a short rickshaw or walk takes you to the museum. Teen Murti bus stand is one of the bus stops.
- Time: The main visit should last between 2.5 and 3 hours, and the light show should add another hour to that.
- Tips: Arrive early, use the lockers, bring water, try the Audio Guide, and don’t forget to get the Handwriting Robot souvenir!
Why Families Should Go
It’s not just about learning names and dates at the museum; it’s about feeling the spirit of India. Kids learn about how teamwork, science, and leadership helped build the country. Parents remember things from the past, and teachers find real-life stories to tell their students.
You can touch, try, or listen to something in every corner of Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya. It’s the perfect mix of fun and learning, and it will make you want to learn more long after you leave.
If you’re in Delhi, make plans to go soon. Spend the morning exploring, take a workshop, and stay for the light show at night. It’s more than just a museum; it’s the most exciting way to learn about India’s history.
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