LG, CM inaugurate Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sadbhavana Udyan
Delhi Lt Governor Vinia Kumar Saxena on Thursday dedicated a green space near the walled city here and formally named it ‘Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sadbhavana Udyan,’ on the occasion of the birth centenary of former Prime Minister. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was also present at the function.
The 11-acre green space in the heart of the national capital is a lasting tribute to the visionary leader. A statue/bust of the legendary former Prime Minister, will also be soon installed at the location. Saxena and Rekha Gupta took entry tickets of the park and appealed to the people of Delhi to visit the park to spend quality time with their friends and family members.
Chief Secretary Delhi Rajeev Verma, and other senior officers of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) were also present on the momentous occasion, DDA said. The park is strategically located along Mahatma Gandhi Marg (Ring Road), parallel to the historic Walled City. It has formal lawns, white marble pathways, shaded eating plazas, baradaris, sculptured fountains, public amenities like toilets, and open recreational zones.
One of the key attractions of the garden is a striking sculpture depicting five white horses steered by a sarathi, symbolising leadership, momentum, and progress. The sculpture is encircled by a water body and fountains, enhancing the visual grandeur of the park.
Further enriching the cultural character of the space, four Yakshini sculptures created by renowned Padma Vibhushan awardee sculptor Sudarshan Sahoo have been installed in the linear lawns. With its majestic design, the park stands as a first-of-its-kind development in the National Capital and will provide much-needed recreational green space for the residents of Delhi, particularly those in the Daryaganj and Old Delhi areas.
A clock tower is currently under construction to further enhance the park’s visual appeal in the near future. Additionally, a proposed food van facility near the parking area will provide refreshment options for visitors, thereby improving their overall experience.
The DDA said under the consistent guidance of the Lt Governor, the park was conceptualized as part of a scheme to decongest Kartavya Path lawns. It is a part of a larger landscape redevelopment project comprising three parks along Mahatma Gandhi Road.
The project aims to become a vibrant urban hub where visitors can immerse themselves in nature while enjoying the amenities of a well-maintained park. Kranti Udyan, the first park in the series, was inaugurated in January this year. The scheme integrates a green belt spread over 35 acres area, running around 1.7 km in length along the ring road.
The Sadbhavana Udyan will be the green public space that will be a permanent memorial that vividly reflects the thoughts, values and lifelong dedication of Atal Bihari Vajpayee to the nation, and will continue to inspire generations to come.
In line with the mission of the Lt. Governor to expand the public recreational avenues in Delhi, DDA has undertaken various redevelopment and beautification projects across the city to preserve its heritage and increase green spaces, providing the public with more sites for recreation and cultural experiences.
