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GVMC to Develop 50 Parks in Visakhapatnam
The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) is planning to build 50 new parks in Visakhapatnam.
These parks will have walking paths, gyms, play areas for kids, gardens, and places to sit.
The goal is to make the city greener and healthier.
The first 47 parks will be built in different areas like Bheemunipatnam, Madhurawada, and Gajuwaka.
The total cost is about 21.97 crore rupees.
The parks will help reduce pollution, save rainwater, and give people a nice place to exercise and relax.
GVMC plans to develop 50 modern parks across Visakhapatnam.
The project aims to enhance green cover and provide recreational spaces.
47 open spaces have been identified for development in the first phase.
The parks will include amenities like walking tracks, open gyms, children's play equipment, and landscaped gardens.
The total cost of the project is estimated at 21.97 crore rupees.
- Who
- Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC)
- What
- Development of 50 modern parks across Visakhapatnam
- Where
- Visakhapatnam, India
- When
- Announced on Monday, specific timeline for completion not mentioned
- Why
- To enhance green cover, provide recreational spaces, control pollution, support rainwater conservation, and improve the physical and mental well-being of residents
Proponents of Urban Development
Critics of Public Spending
Benefits of Green Spaces
Proponents of Urban Development
Proponents argue that the parks will enhance the city's green cover, improve air quality, and provide recreational spaces for residents.
Critics of Public Spending
Critics question the high cost of the project and suggest that funds could be better allocated to other pressing urban needs.
Key facts
- Project Cost
- 21.97 crore
- Number of Parks
- 50
- Initial Phase Parks
- 47
- Zones Covered
- Bheemunipatnam, Madhurawada, Gajuwaka
- Key Amenities
- Walking tracks, open gyms, children's play equipment, landscaped gardens, drinking water facilities, lighting, benches, seating areas for senior citizens
Quotes
Ketan Garg
GVMC commissioner
“The initiative would improve the city’s green cover, help control pollution, support rainwater conservation and contribute to the physical and mental well-being of residents. He described the programme as a significant step towards achieving the vision of a 'Green, Healthy and Liveable Vizag.'”
deccanchronicle.com
“The initiative is being implemented in line with the directions of the state municipal administration and urban development department to make Visakhapatnam greener, healthier and more liveable.”
deccanchronicle.com
Sources
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