In view of the significant improvement in the ground situation in Valley, the Gulmarg Army museum also known as “Gul-A-Seum” has been thrown open for the public.
The Gulmarg Army museum will be an added attraction for the tourists visiting the world famous ski resort of Gulmarg.
Lt Gen MV Suchindra Kumar, GOC-in-C, Northern Command inaugurated the one of a kind “Gul-A-Seum” at Gulmarg.
The “Gulmarg Army Museum” is an initiative to highlight the rich history and heritage of Kashmir along with the role of the Indian Army towards the security and development of Kashmir.
The Museum was conceptualised and constructed by the Dagger Division and its Himalayan Brigade.
Other senior military and civil officers were also present on the occasion.
The Army Museum showcases the valour, sacrifice, and enduring spirit of the armed forces towards nation building.
The state-of-the-art facility is dedicated to showcasing the Army’s pivotal role in various wartime efforts, its contribution to national development, and the rich cultural tapestry of Jammu and Kashmir.
The museum would add another colourful feather to the beauty of Gulmarg and provide an opportunity to the tourists visiting Gulmarg, and help them in enriching themselves with the rich cultural heritage of Kashmir.
The museum features an extensive collection of artefacts, documents and interactive displays through which visitors can explore the cultural heritage of Jammu & Kashmir, showcasing the region’s unique traditions, art, and historical milestones along with Army’s engagement in Jammu & Kashmir with respect to its nation building contribution.
