NBCC Invites Bids to Operate Bharat Vandana Park

NBCC Invites Bids to Operate Bharat Vandana Park

Why in the News?

NBCC Limited has invited bids to hire an agency for operating Bharat Vandana Park in Dwarka Sector 20, which is 87% complete. The park is envisioned as a mini-India, showcasing replicas of monuments from across Indian states, and will serve as a hub for eco-tourism initiatives.

Project Overview and Current Status:

• Bharat Vandana Park is being developed by NBCC in Dwarka Sector 20, Delhi.
• Spread over 220 acres with an estimated cost of ₹524 crore.
• Construction is 87% complete, with completion targeted by end of 2025.
• Initial deadlines were delayed due to Covid-19, environmental clearance issues, and pylon bridge height concerns.
• The pylon bridge construction is now complete, incorporating innovative 3D printing technology in some aspects of its design.

Key Features and Attractions

• Inspired by a lotus flower, the park will have 9 petal-shaped zones for eco-tourism, culture, recreation, etc.
• Features 10 thematic zones, including Pushpa Kriti Sarovar, meditation gardens, adventure parks, and lake-view restaurants.
• Over 36 replicas of iconic monuments such as Charminar, Sun Temple, Hawa Mahal, Ajanta-Ellora caves, and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
• Includes sky bridges, toy trains, boating canals, light shows, zip-lining, and food plazas.
• A special animal animatronics zoo and an elevated restaurant are also part of the attractions.

Operational Plans and Public Utility

• NBCC has invited tenders for agencies to operate and manage the park post-completion.
• The aim is to ensure immediate operational readiness after construction concludes.
• With 58% green cover, the park is set to become a major public and tourism hub in Delhi, showcasing innovative eco-tourism initiatives and potentially featuring displays on topics like the ISRO chairman list to educate visitors about India’s scientific achievements.