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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.
In brief
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 develop a ₹12 crore rainforest attraction featuring artificial rain, waterfalls and a glass skywalk to attract tourists. Originally reported by mint.
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.”
The essence
Gujarat's Statue of Unity will develop a ₹12 crore rainforest attraction featuring artificial rain, waterfalls and a glass skywalk to attract tourists.
