# Statue of Unity adds ₹12 crore rainforest for Gujarat tourism

> Gujarat's Statue of Unity gets ₹12 crore rainforest with artificial rain, waterfall and glass skywalk to boost tourism.
- Title: Statue of Unity adds ₹12 crore rainforest for Gujarat tourism
- Summary: Gujarat's Statue of Unity gets ₹12 crore rainforest with artificial rain, waterfall and glass skywalk to boost tourism. Gujarat's Statue of Unity will…
- Keywords: statue of unity, gujarat, rainforest, artificial rain, waterfall, glass skywalk, tourism, narendra modi, bharat parv, narmada aarti, news, india
- Source: mint — https://livemint.com/news/india/artificial-rain-waterfall-glass-skywalk-statue-of-unity-to-develop-12-crore-rainforest-to-boost-gujarat-tourism-11793284660253.html
- Author: Sneha Biswas
- Published: 2026-10-29T15:18:28+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: statue of unity, gujarat, rainforest, artificial rain, waterfall, glass skywalk, tourism, narendra modi, bharat parv, narmada aarti, news, india
## Rainforest project at Statue of Unity
Tourists would experience year-round monsoon at Gujarat's Statue of Unity with a new rainforest attraction.

> The project would be spread across 12 acre, featuring lush green, waterfall and more.
## ₹12 crore rainforest project
The government plans a 12-acre rainforest attraction costing ₹12 crore to boost Gujarat tourism.

> The project is estimated to cost around ₹12 crore.
## Artificial rain features
The project includes 20 rain-gun towers to recreate monsoon-like rain and bubble fountains.

> Reportedly, the skywalk would be made using 132 panels of 35-mm-thick Korean glass, ensuring safety for the tourists.
## Glass skywalk
A circular glass skywalk with 132 panels of 35-mm-thick Korean glass will be built for tourist safety.

> Reportedly, the skywalk would be made using 132 panels of 35-mm-thick Korean glass, ensuring safety for the tourists.
## PM Modi's visit schedule
PM Narendra Modi will visit Ekta Nagar on 30-31 October 2.026 to inaugurate Bharat Parv 2026 and participate in Narmada aarti.

> PM is said to travel to Ekta Nagar, Kevadia on October 30. At around 5 PM, he is to inaugurate Bharat Parv 2026 and by 7:45 PM, he will witness Ekta Prakash Parv, which would be followed by Narmada Aarti at around 8:15 PM, as per official schedule.
## Project significance
The rainforest project is the first of its kind in India and will add to Gujarat's tourist attractions.

> It is touted to be the first project of its kind in India.
## Key takeaway

Gujarat's Statue of Unity will develop a ₹12 crore rainforest attraction featuring artificial rain, waterfalls and a glass skywalk to attract tourists.