The Chhattisgarh government has sought land from the Centre in the capital for construction of a museum which would showcase tribal culture and heritage of the state.
Sources said that the Urban Development ministry is actively considering the proposal for setting up of the museum and where land can be provided for it.
"The ministry is considering the proposal of Chhattisgarh government for construction of a museum, however, the final decision may require the cabinet's approval," a source said.
Officials said that the museum would require a sizeable plot of land and the ministry would take a decision based on the availability of land at suitable locations.
When contacted, a Chhattisgarh state official confirmed that a proposal had been sent to the Urban Development ministry for construction of the museum.
"It is at the proposal stage and once the land is allotted, complete details can be worked out," a senior official said.
Officials said that the Urban Development ministry has also received a request from the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose INA Trust for setting up a memorial for Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.
