India’s First:

  • INS Guldar is set to become India’s first underwater museum.

Decommissioned Naval Vessel:

  • It is a decommissioned Landing Ship Tank from the Indian Navy.

Transformation by MTDC:

  • The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) will undertake the transformation.

Dual Purpose:

  • The project aims to create both an underwater museum for tourism and an artificial reef to enhance marine biodiversity.

Environmental and Tourism Benefits:

  • The project is designed to boost marine conservation awareness, create economic opportunities for local communities, and promote underwater tourism.