Municipal corporations across Ahmedabad to develop ‘Namo Gaurav Parks’: Govt

“The theme-based Namo Gaurav Park is envisioned as a safe, inclusive and vibrant community space that caters to the recreational and cultural needs of urban residents. It will offer modern and attractive facilities for all age groups, including children, youth and senior citizens. Dedicated zones for various physical activities will encourage fitness, support mental well-being, and promote a healthy lifestyle. Cultural activities, social gatherings and organised programs in the park will strengthen connections among urban communities. The parks will also promote a clean and sustainable environment. Urban ecology will be enhanced through the plantation of trees and shrubs, thematic green landscapes and eco-friendly facilities. Increased green cover, water conservation measures and sustainable infrastructure will further improve climate resilience,” government officials said.

A range of components has been proposed for Namo Gaurav Park, including children’s play zones, theme-based landscaping and green zones, fitness and sports areas, recreational and cultural activity spaces, water bodies and eco-friendly features, public amenities with universal accessibility, and smart park features.

The children’s play zones will include sports and play equipment. Theme-based landscaping and green zones will feature the plantation of local trees, flower beds, theme-based sculptures and artworks, along with butterfly and herbal gardens. Fitness and sports areas will offer open gyms, jogging and walking tracks, and spaces for games such as badminton and volleyball. Recreational and cultural spaces will include an open-air amphitheatre or stage for performances, along with lawns for yoga and meditation. Water bodies and eco-friendly features will comprise small ponds, fountains, drip irrigation systems and rainwater harvesting systems.

Public amenities will include drinking water facilities, clean public toilets, benches, gazebos and facilities for Divyang persons (specially-abled people). Internal roads will also be constructed. Smart park features will include solar-powered gardens, Wi-Fi facilities, sensor-based lighting systems and digital information signage.

The development of theme-based Namo Gaurav Parks reflects the state government’s strategic urban investments to strengthen the environmental, recreational and socio-cultural aspects of urban life. The initiative advances inclusive, people-oriented and climate-resilient urban development while enhancing Ease of Living in municipal areas.