PM Modi Announces Rs 426 Crore Tourism Expansion for Statue of Unity
TL;DR
- Prime Minister Modi unveiled a major investment for the Gujarat landmark.
- The funding will support new infrastructure including a hotel and cruise services.
- A new disaster control room will be established for the Sardar Sarovar Dam.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has introduced a tourism development package worth Rs 426 crore for the Statue of Unity site in Gujarat. The initiative aims to expand the area's hospitality and leisure offerings.
The new projects include the construction of a hotel and the introduction of cruise services to attract more visitors to the location. These additions are part of a broader effort to boost the region's profile as a major travel destination.
In addition to tourism upgrades, the plan includes the creation of a disaster control room. This facility is designed to enhance safety protocols for the Sardar Sarovar Dam and improve the speed of emergency responses in the area.
Why It Matters
The investment represents a significant push to enhance international and domestic tourism at one of India's most prominent landmarks while simultaneously upgrading safety infrastructure for critical regional water resources.
Oct 31, 2026 · Updated 10/31/2026, 9:31:29 AM · Reported with: NDTV
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