07-07-2025
India's 1st Disneyland Park Likely In Haryana, 500-Acre Land Identified In Manesar: Check What CM Says
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'Disneyland in Haryana will be a game-changing project. This entertainment hub will bring economic, cultural, and social benefits to the whole country,' says CM Nayab Singh Saini.
Disneyland-Themed Park In Haryana: In order to push Haryana's tourism appeal on the global stage, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has said the state is preparing to host India's first-ever Disneyland-style amusement park. The proposed site, a sprawling 500-acre land parcel near Pachgaon Chowk in Manesar (Gurugram district), has already been identified for the mega project.
Strategically located along the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway and Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor, the site is being hailed as an ideal spot due to its robust connectivity and proximity to the bustling Delhi-NCR region.
Chief Minister Saini termed the upcoming project as 'game-changing" for Haryana and for the nation at large. 'Disneyland in Haryana, particularly in the Delhi-NCR area, will be a game-changing project. This entertainment hub will bring economic, cultural, and social benefits not only to the state but to the country as a whole," he said after meeting Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in Delhi to seek support for the tourism-focused vision.
The CM said the amusement park is aimed at tapping the market potential of Gurugram, which already hosts headquarters of several Fortune 500 companies and is emerging as a prominent economic engine for the state. 'The upcoming Global City project in Gurugram will be another milestone. Hence, Gurugram is the most suitable location for the proposed Disneyland," Saini added.
The ambitious plan is expected to generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs, boost regional infrastructure, and attract international tourists — offering a massive economic uplift to the area. 'The objective is to capitalise on market potential and connectivity to create a world-class amusement centre," the Chief Minister said.
Beyond the Disneyland project, Haryana is also pushing to position itself as a hub of cultural and spiritual tourism. The state government has proposed to expand the scale of the annual International Gita Mahotsav, a spiritual and cultural event that celebrates the message of 'karma' from the Bhagavad Gita. The event features cultural programs, a crafts mela, and participation from international artists and artisans.
'The International Gita Mahotsav is a major platform for establishing Haryana as a unique spiritual tourism destination," the CM said, urging the Centre to extend financial assistance to organise it on a grander scale.
To further enrich Haryana's cultural landscape, the state plans to organise two new annual events — a Diwali Mela and a Book Fair — at Surajkund, in addition to the world-renowned International Surajkund Mela held every February in Faridabad. This fair attracts artisans, performers, and cultural troupes from across India and overseas, showcasing India's rich handicrafts and folk traditions.
With these projects, the Saini government aims to transform Haryana into a leading destination for entertainment, spiritual experiences, and cultural celebration — making a strong pitch to both domestic and international tourists.
