Indian Lighthouse Festival 2026 Held in Visakhapatnam
Why in the news
The third edition of the Indian Lighthouse Festival was held in Andhra Pradesh. It celebrates the country’s lighthouse heritage, maritime history and coastal tourism.
Key facts
- Edition: third, called ILF 3.0.
- Dates: 9-10 January 2026.
- Venue: MGM Park, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
- Organisers: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) with the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL).
- Inauguration: M. Venkaiah Naidu as Chief Guest, in presence of Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal.
Projects launched
| Project | Location | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Reconstruction of staff quarters (foundation stone) | Junglighat, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands | Virtual |
| Light and Sound Projection Mapping Show (inauguration) | Aguada Lighthouse, Goa | Virtual |
Exam angle
- Nodal ministry: Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
- Theme: lighthouse heritage, maritime history and coastal tourism.
- Goa lighthouse in the news: Aguada.