Shimla, July 10 -- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on Friday evening, inaugurated the state's first digital museum at the 140-year-old heritage Bantony Castle in Shimla.

Developed at a cost of around Rs 8 crore, the museum uses immersive and interactive digital technology to showcase Himachal Pradesh's history, culture, traditions and architectural heritage, aiming to offer visitors a modern and engaging learning experience.

The museum has been established in the historic Bantony Castle, a colonial-era building that previously housed the office of the Director General of Police. The restored heritage structure now narrates the evolution of Himachal Pradesh and Shimla through digital installations, interactive dis...