Question : VIKRANT WAR MUSEUM PROJECT



(a) the progress made so far regarding conversion of INS Vikrant warship into museum;

(b) the reasons for delay in taking the decision to convert Vikrant into museum; and

(c) the time by which the final decision is likely to be taken in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI PRANAB MUKHERJEE)

(a) The Government of India approved the conversion of Indian Naval Ship Vikrant as museum on 25th January 2005. An Apex Coordination Committee has been constituted on 10th August, 2005.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) Does not arise.