STAFF REPORTER
GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has planned to construct an international standard botanical park at the site of old jail land complex in Fancy Bazaar.
The park will be constructed in the concept of Singaporian parks. It will include –socio Cultural centre, botanical garden, adventure play zone, multi-level parking and food plaza. The entire project will cover an area of 57 bighas with an estimated budget of Rs 349 crore, stated GMDAauthority.
On the other hand, another park at Hengerabari in an area of 18 bighas is being planned by the GMDA. The park will be constructed with a budget of Rs 13 crore. The GMDA authorities stated that the construction work for both the projects will commence soon.
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