Minister for Forests Eshwar Khandre revealed that the Cabinet has given the green light for a new 153.39-acre Biodiversity Park named after Vishwaguru Basavanna, costing Rs 250 crore. This announcement came after a recent Cabinet meeting where Khandre addressed the media.
Bengaluru, often referred to as the Garden City, has iconic green spaces like Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Cubbon Park. Minister Khandre emphasized the need for more such lung spaces in the city to prevent it from turning into a concrete jungle.
The proposed Biodiversity Park will be situated in Madappanahalli near Yelahanka, Bengaluru North. The project aims to transform the existing eucalyptus and acacia tree plantation into a diverse park with medicinal plants, a bird sanctuary, and an interpretation center.
Minister Khandre outlined the park’s features, including five distinct zones, the cultivation of medicinal plants, and the establishment of a bird sanctuary and tree park. The project, funded partially by CSR contributions, is a significant step towards fulfilling the long-standing aspiration of creating a large green space in Bengaluru.
The Biodiversity Park project, estimated to cost Rs 250 crore, is scheduled for completion in three phases, with the initial phase receiving Rs 50 crore approval from the Cabinet. Minister Khandre expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and Cabinet colleagues for supporting this initiative.
