Gurgaon set to become India's premier business and tourism hub, says minister Shyam Singh Rana
The projects include the country's largest jungle safari in the Aravalli mountain range, an "Anand Van" similar to New York's Central Park by HSIIDC over 125 acres, a world-class Disneyland over 500-600 acres, a grand aquarium modelled after Singapore, an international convention centre and special destination vending zones, agriculture and farmers' welfare minister Shyam Singh Rana said on Friday.
"These projects will not just be buildings and structures but will strengthen Gurgaon's identity globally, create employment opportunities for youth and give tourism a new flight," said the minister, who was speaking at the 79th Independence Day celebration in the city. He added, "Gurgaon is not just an industrial city but the backbone of the country's economy."
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The event was organised by the district administration at Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Sector 38, where Rana, attending as the chief guest, hoisted the flag, inspected the parade and took the salute.
The minister also talked about Matr Van, which was launched this month. This green area, developed over approximately 750 acres, will act as the green heart for the National Capital Region and contribute significantly to maintaining clean air and natural balance.
He said Independence Day reminds us that freedom is not just about rights but also responsibilities. "It is our duty to make our city clean, beautiful and prosperous," said Rana.
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Around 3,000 schoolchildren participated in the event where the minister also spoke about Operation Sindoor, which he described as a decisive military operation where brave soldiers "completely destroyed nine terrorist bases on Pakistani soil". "It symbolises not just military success but also the unwavering bravery of our soldiers, dedication to the nation and India's steadfast resolve," Rana Rana.
The agriculture minister said after Operation Sindoor, another decisive action was taken under Operation Mahadev, where our brave security forces eliminated all terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack.
Emphasising that this fight is not just for soldiers at the border but for "every citizen", Rana said, "We must remain united for the honour, security and integrity of our nation."
While special performances on yoga and mallakhamb by students from the school education department added attraction to the event, cultural programmes from Government Senior Secondary School Arjun Nagar, Dev Samaj School and Government Senior Secondary School Sector 4/7 regaled all. Sharda International School children and students from Government Model Sanskriti Senior Secondary School Sushant Lok Sector 43 captivated the audience with a Haryanvi dance based on the theme of unity in diversity.
Various school students also organised a laser and dumbbell show.
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