IGNCA to manage Haryana's 23-gallery Swarnprastha Museum under five-year agreement

Sonipat, Nov 13 (UNI) The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), an institution under the union Ministry of Culture, will take over operations of Haryana's Swarnprastha Museum in Sonipat under a five-year agreement, as restoration work at the historic site nears completion, officials said on Friday. The museum, which houses artefacts claimed to be between 100 and 5,000 years old, has 23 galleries showcasing India's history, cultural traditions, mythology, music, sports and ancient craftsmanship. The development was disclosed during a visit by Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, who inspected all 23 galleries and reviewed the preservation and display…