National War Memorial (New Delhi)
The National War Memorial is a structure built to commemorate the fearless heroism of Indian soldiers.
You might have heard about it in the news and on national television news channel.
It was all over the news lately.
Inaugurated on 25-Feb, 2019 by Hon’ble PM of India Narender Modi.
Location
Memorial located behind the India Gate canopy and across the National Stadium.
Address:
Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule Marg Area, India Gate, New Delhi – 110001
Source: Google Map
Did You Know (Interesting Facts)
- Happens to be Country’s first war memorial built by Goverment of India!
- It's a homage to over 26,000 soldiers who have sacrificed their lives since independence.
- The memorial is designed drawing inspiration from "Chakravuh formation".
- The project has been executed at a cost of Rs. 176 crore and its design was selected through a global competition.
- The names of 25,942 battle casualties have been inscribed across 16 walls
- Spread over 40 acres in the India Gate complex
- Six bronze murals, made by noted sculptor Ram Sutar
Timings
You can visit the National War Memorial from 9 am to 6:30 pm (November to March) and from 9 am to 7:30 pm (April to October).
Note: The entry to the National War Memorial is restricted on certain days/timings.
Average Visit Duration
30-45 minutes
Entry Fee
Free (No Charges)
How to Reach?
National War museum has become part of the Hop On Hop Off Bus (HOHO Bus) Circuit as one of the Attractions.
Tourists can visit National War Memorial & 24 + Attractions in one go with HOHO Bus!
Board the buses from:
HOHO Infomation Centre,
Baba Kharak Singh Marg,
Connaught Place, New Delhi – 110001
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