(a) whether the Government proposes to construct a National War Memorial;
(b) if so, the details and present status thereof;
(c) whether the site for construction of the same has been identified by the Government;
(d) if so, the details thereof along with the funds earmarked for the purpose; and
(e) the time by which the said war memorial is likely to be constructed?
MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI MANOHAR PARRIKAR)
(a) Yes, Madam.
(b) A proposal to construct a National War Memorial and Museum to commemorate our brave soldiers who have made the supreme sacrifice for the country, is being progressed.
(c) Yes, Madam.
(d) The site identified for National War Memorial and Museum is around India Gate and Princess Park respectively. In the Defence Services estimates for the year 2014-15 Rs.200 crores have been allocated for National War Memorial under Capital outlay on Defence Services.
(e) The total time expected to be taken for the entire project is about 5 to 7 years after sanction of the project.