8th edition of PM Mementos e-Auction launched; proceeds to Namami Gange
On 16 September 2026, Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched the 8th edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction, offering 1,498 mementos from 17 September 2026 on www.pmmementos.gov.in.
Summary
The PM Mementos e-Auction offers gifts presented to the Prime Minister on various occasions to citizens, collectors and institutions. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said the 1,498 items reflect India's cultural heritage, art and craftsmanship. Proceeds from the auction will support the Namami Gange programme.
Key facts
- Edition
- 8th PM Mementos e-Auction
- Items
- 1,498 mementos
- Bidding from
- 17 Sep 2026 on www.pmmementos.gov.in
- Proceeds
- Namami Gange programme
- Launched by
- Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Q1
Proceeds from the 8th edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction will support which programme?
Show answer
Correct answer: D — Namami Gange
Proceeds from the auction of 1,498 mementos will support the Namami Gange programme.