Museum to Showcase Assam’s Artistic Legacy and Promote Global Cultural Exchange
The JSW Group and Government of Assam have come together to set-up a world-class heritage museum in Guwahati, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of art, culture and heritage.
As per a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between JSW Group and the Government of Assam, the museum will be set-up at the Sericulture Farm, Khanapara, on a site measuring 45,000 square feet. The Government of Assam has allotted the land for the construction of the museum, which will be constructed and fully funded by the JSW Group.
The museum will serve as a hub for national and international artefacts, travelling exhibitions and cultural showcases, creating opportunities for global cultural exchange.
The inaugural exhibition will feature the Vrindavani Vastra, the famous 17th-century devotional textile woven under the spiritual guidance of Srimanta Sankardev, currently preserved at the British Museum in London.
Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Honourable Chief Minister of Assam, welcomed the partnership as a significant milestone in the State’s cultural vision. He said,
“The museum will be a source of immense pride for our State. It will not only bring the sacred Vrindavani Vastra home but will also provide a state-of-the-art facility for showcasing Assamese art and heritage alongside global exhibitions. We thank the JSW Group and Mrs. Sangita Jindal for coming forward to collaborate with us in this unique initiative."
Mrs. Sangita Jindal, Chairperson, JSW Foundation, said,
“We have long believed in the power of art and culture to inspire communities. Through this collaboration, JSW is honoured to support the Government of Assam in creating a museum that will preserve India’s cultural heritage and offer a platform for global cultural engagement. The museum will stand as a testament to our shared heritage and artistic devotion.”
The museum will include state-of-the-art climate control facilities and security systems to ensure the preservation of the artefacts. It will stand as a long-term collaboration between the Government of Assam and the JSW Group, symbolising their joint commitment to preserving India’s cultural treasures and fostering global appreciation for Assamese heritage.
