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Bihar Museum ranks 9th worldwide, tops Asia, hailed by Anand Mahindra
✍️ Business Today
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 02:32 PM
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The Bihar Museum has been placed ninth in a global ranking, the highest spot for any Asian museum, prompting industrialist Anand Mahindra to call it a new gold standard.
The Bihar Museum, located in Patna, has secured the ninth position in an international museum ranking, making it the top‑scoring institution in Asia. The ranking, reported by Business Today, evaluated museums worldwide on criteria such as visitor experience, curation, and innovation.
Anand Mahindra, chairman of the Mahindra Group, praised the museum’s achievement, describing it as "a new gold standard" for cultural institutions in India. He highlighted the museum’s blend of modern exhibition design with regional heritage, noting its role in attracting both domestic and foreign visitors.
The recognition comes as the museum continues to expand its permanent galleries, showcasing artifacts from ancient Bihar, the Mauryan era, and contemporary art. Officials said the global ranking will boost tourism and reinforce Patna’s status as a cultural hub.
Stakeholders expect the accolade to encourage further investment in museum infrastructure across the country, positioning Indian heritage sites on the world stage.
Anand Mahindra, chairman of the Mahindra Group, praised the museum’s achievement, describing it as "a new gold standard" for cultural institutions in India. He highlighted the museum’s blend of modern exhibition design with regional heritage, noting its role in attracting both domestic and foreign visitors.
The recognition comes as the museum continues to expand its permanent galleries, showcasing artifacts from ancient Bihar, the Mauryan era, and contemporary art. Officials said the global ranking will boost tourism and reinforce Patna’s status as a cultural hub.
Stakeholders expect the accolade to encourage further investment in museum infrastructure across the country, positioning Indian heritage sites on the world stage.