New Delhi: One of the largest gardens in Noida, Botanical Garden, is set to be closed to the public for the next two years, as a large-scale development project has been initiated to transform the garden into a modern and world-class facility.
The Botanical Garden is located in Sector 38A, and the entry to the garden has been completely closed to prevent any disruption to the construction work. This ambitious project, costing approximately Rs 490 crore, has been initiated to make the Botanical Garden world-class.
The Rs 490 crore project aims to transform the garden into not just a tourist destination but also an international environmental research and tourism centre. Under the revamp, the garden will be developed into several attractive and theme-based zones.
These will include special areas such as a tropical and subtropical plant zone, a cactus and succulent zone, an aquatic garden, a bonsai garden, and a sensory garden. Additionally, a trellis garden and a discovery garden will be created, enabling the area to serve as a learning centre for children and students.
The new garden will be equipped with these amenities. Under the project, several new facilities will be added to the garden. A modern administrative building, an interpretation centre, and research facilities will be developed. This will develop the Botanical Garden into a major centre for environmental conservation and biodiversity studies.
The Botanical Garden was established in 2002 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. Spread over an area of more than 164 acres, the garden has been home to thousands of species of plants and trees. Now, it will be renovated with modern technology and improved facilities.
A major centre for tourism and research
After the revamp, the garden will not only become a centre of attraction for tourists but also a significant destination for researchers, students, and environmentalists. Visitors will experience both nature and modern amenities.
While the closure of the garden has disappointed people, officials say that once the project is complete, the place will be even more beautiful and convenient than before.