Calcutta Police Museum
| Place | Kolkata |
|---|---|
| State | West Bengal |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1996 |
| Museum Type | Police / Heritage / Specialized |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | 113, Acharya Prafulla Chandra Roy Road, Kolkata, West Bengal 700009 |
| Visiting Time | 11:00 AM to 05:00 PM (Tuesday to Sunday); Closed on Mondays |
| Entry Fee | Free Entry |
Museum Introduction
Inaugurated on August 31, 1996, the museum is located in the former residence of social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy (built c. 1814). It showcases the rich tradition and history of the Kolkata Police, reflecting its development from the 17th century to the modern era.
General Collections
The collection spans eight galleries featuring items seized during the Indian freedom struggle, evolution of arms and ammunition, vintage uniforms, medals, and detective department records.
Unique Historical Collections
64 Declassified Netaji Files: The museum is uniquely authorized to display digital and hard copies of declassified files related to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. It also houses a 100-year-old "Book Bomb" designed by revolutionary Hemchandra Das to target Magistrate D.H. Kingsford.
Additional Information
| Video URL | https://youtu.be/1pPS8Ac1cWc?si=A3TbGkGpQDYBkJ-R |
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| Video Courtesy | Kolkata Police, YT Channel |
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
| Notes | The building itself is a heritage structure featuring Corinthian pillars and antique wooden staircases. It served as the Sukea Street Thana from 1874 before being converted into a museum. |
| Artifacts | Japanese bomb dropped on Kolkata (WWII); 9th-century Vishnu statue recovered by Detective Dept; Walking-stick gun; Pen pistol (Pakistan made); 1930s manual traffic signal post; Vintage three-wheeler motorcycles. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes (A primary herit |
| Contact Details | +91 33 2360 7704 |
| Email ID | info@kolkatapolice.gov.in (General Dept Email) |