Jana Nayak Karpoori Thakur Smriti Sangrahalaya
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Jana Nayak Karpoori Thakur Smriti Sangrahalaya

Biographical / Memorial Government
Place Patna
State Bihar
Virtual Museum No
Year of Establishment 1993
Museum Type Biographical / Memorial
National Importance Museum Yes
Address J427+78F, Desh Ratna Marg, Rajbansi Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800001
Visiting Time 10:30 AM – 05:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and Public Holidays)
Entry Fee Free Entry

Museum Introduction

Located on Desh Ratna Marg in Patna, this museum is dedicated to the life and works of Karpoori Thakur (1924–1988), the former Chief Minister of Bihar and a posthumous Bharat Ratna awardee. Popularly known as 'Jan Nayak' (People's Hero), the museum was established in his former official residence to preserve the memory of his simple lifestyle and his championing of social justice.

General Collections

Located on Desh Ratna Marg in Patna, this museum is dedicated to the life and works of Karpoori Thakur (1924–1988), the former Chief Minister of Bihar and a posthumous Bharat Ratna awardee. Popularly known as 'Jan Nayak' (People's Hero), the museum was established in his former official residence to preserve the memory of his simple lifestyle and his championing of social justice.

Unique Historical Collections

Features the preserved living quarters of Jan Nayak, maintained exactly as they were during his lifetime. This includes his humble wooden bed, his simple clothing (dhoti-kurta), and his personal library containing books on socialist ideology and Indian law.

Additional Information

Archaeological Survey of India No
Notes The museum serves as a primary site for state-level commemorative events on his birth anniversary (January 24), attracting political leaders and social activists from across the country.
Artifacts Personal spectacles, a traditional spinning wheel (Charkha), original handwritten manuscripts, campaign posters, and various mementos presented to him by the public.
Highly Descriptive Yes
Contact Details +91 612 221 7041 (Bihar State Museum Authority)