Ekta Nagar (Gujarat). Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, 31 October 2026 gifted many important development projects in Ekta Nagar located in Narmada district of Gujarat. On the occasion of the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and National Unity Day, the Prime Minister inaugurated, laid the foundation stone and dedicated various development projects worth more than Rs 400 crore. These projects aim to develop Ekta Nagar as a modern tourism hub along with strengthening civic amenities, environmental protection and infrastructure.
Projects like Sewage Treatment Plant, Water Treatment Plant, Upgradation of Narmada Ghat, IRCTC Hotel, Rainforest, Unity Trail and Eco Trail were inaugurated under the programme. Apart from this, foundation stones of many new projects related to Gora-Bhandara road development, smart solid waste management and eco-tourism were laid.
As per the project details available, the total cost of 31 tourism and infrastructure projects is around Rs 426.71 crore.
Tourism and infrastructure will get a boost
In this visit of Prime Minister Modi, special priority was given to tourism and civic facilities.
Due to the Statue of Unity, Ekta Nagar has become one of the major tourist destinations of the country. Here, continuous work is being done to develop better transport, accommodation, drinking water, sanitation and entertainment facilities for the tourists.
The new projects are expected to expand tourism facilities in the area.
These include works related to road development, hotels, tourism activities and public facilities.
The aim of the government is to provide a better experience to tourists and encourage economic activities at the local level.
Tourists will get new facility from IRCTC Hotel
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) hotel is also included in the important projects started in Ekta Nagar.
The purpose of this hotel, built at a cost of about Rs 50 crore, is to expand the accommodation facilities for the tourists visiting here.
A large number of tourists reach Ekta Nagar to see the Statue of Unity.
In such a situation, development of hotels and other hospitality facilities is being considered important for the tourism sector.
With better accommodation available, tourists may get the opportunity to spend more time in the area.
It is also likely to have a positive impact on local transport, restaurants and other tourism services.
Rainforest and eco trail will become new attractions
The Prime Minister also inaugurated projects like Rainforest, Unity Trail and Eco Trail developed in Ekta Nagar.
The Rainforest Project has been developed as a new attraction for tourists.
It includes greenery, artificial rainfall and facilities to provide the experience of natural environment.
According to reports, this project, developed in an area of about 12 acres, has artificial waterfalls, fountains and trees and plants of various species.
Facilities like Eco Trail aim to bring tourists closer to nature and increase environmental awareness.
These projects are expected to promote nature-based tourism activities in Ekta Nagar.
Upgradation and beautification of Narmada Ghat
Upgradation and beautification of Narmada Ghat in Ekta Nagar is also included in the important projects.
Devotees and tourists are expected to benefit from the expansion and better facilities of Shoolpaneshwar Narmada Ghat.
Works related to visitor convenience and beautification have been done in the ghat area.
Apart from this, a system of facade lighting has also been developed in the Statue of Unity complex.
Its objective is to provide better appearance to major buildings and structures through attractive lighting.
Artistic structures and decorative features have also been developed at various places in Ekta Nagar.
Expansion of drinking water and sewage treatment facilities
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated important projects related to water supply and sewage management in Ekta Nagar.
These include a sewage treatment plant costing about Rs 45.53 crore and a water treatment plant costing about Rs 21.40 crore.
These projects aim to improve water management and sanitation facilities in the area.
Due to the movement of large numbers of people in tourist centres, the need for water supply and safe disposal of waste water increases.
In such a situation, treatment plants can play an important role in strengthening the local infrastructure.
Foundation stone of Gora-Bhandara Road Development Project
The Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone of Gora-Bhandara Road Development Project.
The estimated cost of this project is said to be Rs 59.32 crore.
The road development works are aimed at improving connectivity facilities between Ekta Nagar and surrounding areas.
With the expansion of tourism activities, the need for better road system is also increasing.
New road projects can help in making the movement of tourists and local citizens more convenient.
Apart from this, projects related to Khalwani bridge development and upgradation of other link roads are also included in the proposed development works.
Special emphasis on zero waste management project
The foundation stone of an integrated zero-waste smart solid waste management project was also laid with the aim of making Ekta Nagar a clean and eco-friendly tourist destination.
The estimated cost of this project is approximately Rs 36.58 crore.
Its objective is systematic collection and separation of waste.
