MPs Tharoor, Owaisi appreciate Museum Collection & Dogra Heritage
JAMMU, Jun 24: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, led by Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Dr. Shashi Tharoor, visited the iconic Amar Mahal Museum & Library during its tour of Jammu on Monday. The delegation comprised several Members of Parliament, including Lok Sabha MP Asaduddin Owaisi and other distinguished members of the Committee.
During their visit, the MPs were given an extensive tour of the Palace Museum, which houses a remarkable collection of art and heritage treasures. Highlights included the renowned Nala-Damayanti series of Basohli miniature paintings and the Library containing the private collection of books belonging to Dr. Karan Singh.
Dr. Shashi Tharoor commended the Museum for its exemplary conservation of the heritage palace and its architectural grandeur. He also expressed particular appreciation for the Library and its valuable collection of books.
Speaking on the occasion, Asaduddin Owaisi noted that the Museum effectively presents and documents the history, legacy, and contributions of the erstwhile Dogra royal family of Jammu and Kashmir, offering visitors a meaningful insight into the region’s heritage.
Martand Singh, Trustee of Amar Mahal Museum & Library, said that the visit of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs underscored the significance of Amar Mahal Museum & Library as a premier cultural institution dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Committee members appreciated the Museum’s continued efforts to preserve, promote, and showcase the rich artistic, cultural, and historical heritage of the region.