Plans afoot for renovation of Telangana State Archaeology Museum; Egyptian mummy conservation to cost ₹82 lakh
The Telangana government is launching a major renovation project for the State Archaeology Museum in Hyderabad to boost tourism. The plan includes a significant investment in the scientific conservation of an ancient Egyptian mummy.
Why it matters
Preserving historical artifacts is essential for cultural heritage, and this project aims to revitalize a key regional tourist destination.
The Telangana Government is planning a comprehensive renovation of the Telangana State Archeology Museum at Public Gardens in Nampally, Hyderabad, to restore its former glory and turn it into a major tourist attraction, said Tourism and Culture Minister Jupally Krishna Rao on Wednesday (August 19, 2026).
The Minister visited the museum and inspected various galleries, including those showcasing bronze artefacts, Buddhist art, sculptures, cannons and paintings. He also reviewed the condition of the rare archaeological and historical artefacts housed at the museum and discussed their preservation with officials.
Telangana Tourism, Culture and Archaeology Minister Jupally Krishna Rao inspects archaeological exhibits, historical artefacts and heritage collections at the State Archaeology Museum in Hyderabad on Wednesday (August 19, 2026) | Photo Credit: SIDDHANT THAKUR
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