Lucknow's Nausena Shaurya Vatika will become a place of inspiration: Rajnath Singh
Lucknow, May 30
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday described the inauguration of the Nausena Shaurya Vatika in Lucknow as a "moment of honour and pride" for the state, expressing hope that the naval tribute park and memorial museum will inspire future generations and emerge as a key tourist destination.
Addressing a public gathering after the inauguration, the Defence Minister said, "The inauguration of the Naval Shaurya Vatika in Lucknow is a moment of honour and pride not only for Lucknow and the people of the state, but also for us. I firmly believe that in the future, this Naval Shaurya Vatika will not only become a place of inspiration for Lucknow, but will also develop as a tourist destination and become Lucknow's identity."
Praising Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's leadership, Singh said, "All these things are a picture of a growing Uttar Pradesh, a Uttar Pradesh that is moving forward under the leadership of our Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath."
He also highlighted the state's transformation, noting that law and order have drastically improved, boosting investor confidence.
"We all know how rapidly Uttar Pradesh is progressing on the path of development. We all know that Uttar Pradesh was once known for hooliganism and deteriorating law and order. People used to live in fear, and investors were hesitant to invest for the same reason. But today's Uttar Pradesh has now changed," Singh said.
Singh inaugurated the 'Nausena Shaurya Vatika' in Lucknow, alongside Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak.
Earlier, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised that development can only thrive in a strong security environment. "Before 2017, Uttar Pradesh faced daily curfews, with mafia and criminals making life difficult. Just as our army protects the borders, citizens must respect them," he said.
He added, "Only when we are strong on the security front will the world respect us. Non-violence is the ultimate duty, but against threats to the country, force is necessary. These are principles followed by our army."
Speaking on INS Gomati, Yogi said, "INS Gomati, after serving the Indian Navy for a long time and protecting India's maritime borders, retired from the Navy in 2022. Today, after its retirement, it has been placed on the banks of the Gomati River. This is an opportunity to inspire the youth of the country and the state to learn about the Indian Navy. Our Navy operates with the motto 'Nabha Sparsham Deeptam'. Achieving this lofty goal requires a big vision."
The Nausena Shaurya Vatika is a premier open-air naval museum and memorial park in Lucknow dedicated to the legacy and bravery of the Indian Navy.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good initiative to inspire youth about our naval heroes. Hope they maintain it well and not let it become another neglected monument. Also, wish they had focused on clean Gomti river too.
Rajnath Singh ji is right - UP's transformation is visible. From curfews to naval parks, the change is real. Yogi ji's security focus has brought investors back. Proud day for Lucknow! 🚢
Nice to see a naval museum in an inland city! But will this really attract tourists? Lucknow already has Bada Imambara and other historical sites. Hope they market it well otherwise it might just be another park with a ship.
The INS Gomati display is brilliant! As a former navy man, I can tell you these ships have stories. Hope they add audio guides and interactive exhibits for youngsters. This will definitely boost naval awareness in UP.
Impressive to see a naval museum so far from the coast! Shows the country's commitment to honouring all defence forces. Would love to visit next time I'm in India.
This is good but why not spend on improving education and healthcare first? We need strong foundations before building tourist spots. However, I do appreciate the effort to create patriotic awareness among youth.