Ministry of Culture
PROJECTS UNDER NATIONAL CULTURE FUND (NCF)
Posted On: 19 MAR 2026 1:16PM by PIB Delhi
The number of heritage preservation and conservation projects supported through the National Culture Fund (NCF) since 2021, State-wise are given in Annexure-I. No project from Andhra Pradesh has been supported under NCF during this period.
The year-wise details of funds received from each category – corporate, PSUs, NGOs trusts and individuals are given in Annexure-II.
The implementation and progress of projects supported under the National Culture Fund (NCF) are monitored through meetings of the Project Implementation Committee (PIC), which are held periodically to review the status of projects undertaken under the Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode. The timelines for implementation of projects are generally specified in the Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed with the donors and implementing agencies. The PIC reviews the physical and financial progress of projects, addresses implementation-related issues and provides necessary guidance to the implementing agencies to facilitate their timely completion.
Annexure-I
The number of heritage preservation and conservation projects supported through the National Culture Fund (NCF) since 2021:
|
S.No. |
State/UT |
Name of Project |
Donor Name & Category |
Year of Sanction |
|
1 |
Bihar |
Conservation and development of Public amenities at the excavated remains of Vikramshila Mahavihara, Bhagalpur, Bihar |
NTPC PSU |
2026 |
|
2 |
Leh,Ladakh |
Preservation of Monument “Ancient Palace of Shey”, Leh, Ladakh |
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation PSU |
2025 |
|
3 |
Maharashtra |
Conservation and Tourists facilities development at Jogeshwari Caves, Mumbai, Maharashtra |
IRB Holding Pvt. Ltd. Corporate |
2025 |
|
4 |
Maharashtra |
Construction /setting up of public toilets and drinking water facility at Vijaydurg Fort, Maharashtra |
Shipping Corporation of India PSU |
2025 |
|
5 |
Madhya Pradesh |
Developmental activities at Temple of Somnath & ruins at Badgaon |
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited PSU |
2024 |
|
6 |
Odisha |
Providing of public amenities like, smart toilet Childcare room, Rest room for Senior Citizens at Sun temple, Konark, Dist.-Puri, |
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited PSU |
2024 |
|
7 |
Tamil Nadu |
Expanding the illumination to the exterior portion of the prakara wall & entrance area of Brihadiswara Temple, Thanjavur |
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited PSU |
2024 |
|
8 |
Telangana |
Execution of the replica of the 120 ft. Tall Flagpost at Rashtrapati Nilayam, |
India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited PSU |
2023 |
|
9 |
Delhi |
Preserving the oral traditions of Rajasthan, Rekhta Foundation |
National Culture Fund |
2023 |
|
10 |
Automated wheelchairs at ASI sites (Divyangjan friendly) |
Karnataka Madhya Pradesh Odisha Uttar Pradesh |
National Culture Fund |
2023 |
|
11 |
Karnataka |
Bringing out a comprehensive Monograph on the 16 Samskara-s” & a mini – encyclopaedic version of the 64 Arts of India. Proposer – Samskriti Foundation |
National Culture Fund |
2023 |
|
12 |
Karnataka |
Digital upgradation of the ASI Hampi Museum at Kamalapura, Karnataka |
Airports Authority of India PSU |
2023 |
|
13 |
Delhi |
Development of Atmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design at L-1 Barrack, Red Fort, Delhi |
State Bank of India PSB |
2022 |
|
14 |
Delhi |
Publication of book “History of Magic” and its journey to Modern World. Proposer – Jadoo Kala Trust |
National Culture Fund |
2022 |
|
15 |
Delhi |
Restoration & Conservation of “BARH KI CHOWKI” at Sarai Rohilla, Delhi. Proposer – Delhi Police Housing Corporation Ltd. |
National Culture Fund |
2022 |
|
16 |
Delhi |
Bringing out the mythological stories of the 12 Jyotirlingas through classical dances. |
National Culture Fund |
2022 |
|
17 |
Karnataka |
Tourist facilities at Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Nuggehalli, Karnataka |
Smt. N. Nagarathnamma Individual |
2022 |
|
18 |
Karnataka |
Authentic & Critical study & presentation of 64 Arts (Chatusshasti Kalas) that form the bedrock of Indian culture heritage. Proposer – Samskriti Foundation. |
National Culture Fund |
2022 |
|
19 |
Gujarat |
Development of NationalMaritimeHeritageComplex (NMHC)project at Lothal, |
National Culture Fund |
2021 |
|
20 |
Madhya Pradesh |
Conservation and restoration of Baodi and Math at Group of Temples, Bateshwar, District Morena, M.P. |
Infosys Foundation Corporate |
2021 |
Annexure-II
The year-wise details of funds received from each category – corporate, PSUs, NGOs trusts and individuals
|
Financial Year |
PSU (in lakhs) |
Corporate (in lakhs) |
NGO / Trust (in lakhs) |
Individual (in lakhs) |
Total (in lakhs) |
|
2021 – 22 |
1000.00 |
100.00 |
1100.00 |
||
|
2022 – 23 |
158.80 |
100.00 |
55.00 |
313.80 |
|
|
2023 – 24 |
292.80 |
100.00 |
55.00 |
447.80 |
|
|
2024 – 25 |
247.65 |
100.00 |
347.65 |
||
|
2025 – 26 |
83.00 |
122.50 |
205.50 |
This information was given by Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
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