#### Nehru Garden Reopens in a New Avatar
Musical fountain, façade lighting and renewed charm unveiled at Fatehsagar’s island attraction
Udaipur, The long wait of four years finally came to an end on Friday as Nehru Garden, nestled in the middle of the world-famous Fatehsagar Lake, was reopened in its rejuvenated form. Citizens and tourists alike witnessed the fresh look of the historic garden after its extensive restoration. The inauguration was led by Rajya Sabha MP Chunnilal Garasia, Lok Sabha MP Dr. Mannalal Rawat, Udaipur City MLA Tarachand Jain, Udaipur Rural MLA Phoolsingh Meena, along with officials and dignitaries.
Constructed in 1967 on a two-hectare island, Nehru Garden has long been a favorite retreat for locals as well as domestic and international tourists. However, it often became submerged during high water levels in the lake. Following its transfer from the Udaipur Municipal Corporation to the Udaipur Development Authority (UDA), systematic efforts were made for its revival. Under the 2024–25 state budget declaration, the UDA undertook comprehensive works including civil renovation, footpaths, water bodies, heritage structures, and horticulture development. The footpath levels were also raised in alignment with the lake’s maximum capacity to prevent flooding.
Jetty inaugurated, new works launched
The ceremony began with the ribbon-cutting of a newly constructed jetty opposite Rajiv Gandhi Park on Rani Road, from where guests sailed to the island garden. Upon arrival, traditional rituals were performed before formally dedicating the garden to the public. Alongside, the foundation stones for a musical fountain in the water bodies and façade lighting across the premises were laid.
The event was attended by Divisional Commissioner Pragya Kevalramani, IG Gaurav Srivastava, District Collector Namit Mehta, social workers Gajpal Singh, Pushkar Teli, Takht Singh, and several other representatives. UDA Commissioner Rahul Jain, Secretary Hemendra Nagar, and Special Officer Jitendra Ojha welcomed the dignitaries. Lawmakers highlighted that tourism is Udaipur’s lifeline, and with Nehru Garden reopened, visitors can once again admire Fatehsagar’s beauty from its heart.
Boost for night tourism
District Collector Namit Mehta and UDA Commissioner Rahul Jain announced that the garden will remain open from 9 AM to 6 PM initially. With the completion of musical fountain and façade lighting works in the next two to three months, timings will be extended until 9:30 PM, providing a major boost to night tourism in Udaipur.
Boating to the garden will be facilitated through eco-friendly electric boats from the newly built jetty near the open gym park at Rajiv Gandhi Smriti Udyan, Rani Road. In addition, a night food court has been proposed on Rani Road, which is expected to establish the area as a new tourist hub and ease pressure on the main Fatehsagar promenade.
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