Ekta Nagar (Web News). Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared the beauty of the Rain Forest in Ekta Nagar, Narmada district of Gujarat, and the features of the Skywalk, urging people to experience this tourist destination.
He mentioned on the social media platform X that a wonderful experience awaits in the Rain Forest of Ekta Nagar, encouraging people to immerse themselves in its greenery and natural beauty. The Skywalk is a special attraction here, offering a unique experience along with a stunning view of the ‘Statue of Unity’. This post was made during the events held in Ekta Nagar on the occasion of National Unity Day, marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Earlier, he paid floral tributes to Sardar Patel at the Statue of Unity and inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 31 projects worth ₹426.71 crores related to tourism and infrastructure in the area. The Rain Forest being developed in Ekta Nagar is among the new tourist attractions around the Statue of Unity. Spread over approximately 12 acres, this project creates a rainforest-like environment through artificial rain throughout the year.
It features 20 rain gun towers, waterfalls, bubble fountains, and attractive greenery. The area also includes trees and plants from different regions of India. Its main attraction is a circular glass Skywalk made from 132 panels of 35 mm thick glass, allowing tourists to enjoy a unique view of the forest below.
There are also arrangements to familiarize visitors with biodiversity and various forest ecosystems. According to the Gujarat government’s project list, ₹14.30 crores have been spent on the Rain Forest project. The Prime Minister also visited the Vaman Vriksha Vatika, included in the tourism circuit of Ekta Nagar.
The government’s aim is to develop new experiences and attractions around the Statue of Unity for tourists visiting the site. Earlier, the Prime Minister inaugurated 23 projects worth ₹307.83 crores and laid the foundation stone for eight projects worth ₹118.88 crores. Major inaugurated projects include an IRCTC hotel costing ₹50 crores, an Ekta cruise worth ₹16 crores, and an eco-trail costing ₹3.67 crores.
The projects for which the foundation stone was laid include the Gora-Bhandra road, a smart zero-waste integrated solid waste management project, Khilvani eco-tourism, and an integrated cactus and butterfly garden. Prime Minister Modi will also participate in the National Unity Day celebrations on Saturday evening around 5:30 PM, where a Unity Parade will be held featuring contingents from Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), state police forces, and central police organizations.
Additionally, a theatrical presentation on ‘Naxal-Free India’ will be performed by the National School of Drama, involving around 2,000 artists from 126 districts affected by left-wing extremism. The ceremony will also feature tableaux and cultural programs themed on ‘Vande Mataram’, with around 5,000 artists from across the country performing.