Minister for National Heritage and Culture Syed Jamal Shah has announced to undertake restoration and expansion work of National Museum, converting it into a world-class museum to attract tourists.

He said this during his visit to the National Museum, National Archeology Library in Islamabad on Saturday.  He was briefed about National Museum and other institutes.

Syed Jamal Shah said regarding expansion of the National Museum, a meeting will soon be arranged with expert architects to restore the museum in its original shape.

Meanwhile, the Minister also visited Academy of Letters and Urdu Dictionary Board and inspected different sections of the both organizations.

He also visited Pakistan Academy of Letters and Urdu Dictionary Board.

On the occasion, the Minister assured resolution of all issues of Urdu Dictionary Board.