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SARDAR SAROVAR NARMADA NIGAM LIMITED PROJECT INFORMATION MEMORANDUM Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat May 2019
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1.0 INTRODUCTION 2 1.1 Introduction 2 CHAPTER 2.0 LOCATION & SITE ANALYSIS 4 2.1 An Overview of Statue of Unity, Kevadiya 4 2.2 SWOT Analysis of Narmada as Tourist Destination 13 2.3 Opportunities for Tourism Development in / nearby Statue of Unity, Narmada 14 2.4 Rationale of O&M for Shreshtha Bharat Bhawan 15 2.5 Site Location and Description 16 2.6 SWOT Analysis 17 Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 1
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat INTRODUCTION 1.1 Introduction Gujarat is the 6th largest State in India, located in the western part of India with a coastline of 1600 km (longest in India). It is one of the most popular tourist regions in the country, and was visited by 44.8 million domestic and international tourists in 2016- 17. Gujarat offers scenic beauty from Great Rann of Kutch to the hills of Saputara. Gujarat is one and the only place to view pure Asiatic lions in the world. Gujarat is also the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, iconic figures of India’s Independence movement. Amitabh Bachchan is the brand ambassador of Gujarat Tourism since 2010. The “Khushboo Gujarat Ki” campaign by celebrity Amitabh Bachchan has increased tourism in Gujarat tremendously.1 Tourism in Gujarat has a wide scope for tourists, as it includes wide range of forts and museums, wild life sanctuaries, temples and mosques and other places of interest. It offers a traveler’s paradise by offering a wide spectrum of tourism sectors such as spiritual tourism, business tourism, nature tourism, heritage tourism, medical, health, cultural, adventure, and event, urban or rural and recreational tourism. The State Government’s “Khushboo Gujarat ki” campaign has helped to increase the business. Thus an increased occupancy is estimated by the hotel industry. The Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited (the “Authority” or “SSNNL”) is a 100 (one hundred) percent subsidiary of Government of Gujarat. SSNNL was responsible for implementing the Sardar Sarovar Project, one of the largest water resources project of India covering four major states - Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan. The Sardar Sarovar Project is a lifeline of Gujarat and hence it is the cherished desire of Government and people of Gujarat to erect a monument at this sacred spot in memory of one of Independent India’s tallest leaders Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Government of Gujarat, has created a special purpose vehicle i.e. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Rastriya Ekta Trust (SVPRET) for implementing the Project. The Statue of Unity Project, includes the iconic 182 meter tall Statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a museum and other ancillary facilities on Sadhu Hill, 3 Kms downstream of the Sardar Sarovar Dam. Kevadia, with the Sardar Sarovar Dam and the Statue of Unity is gradually becoming a global tourist hub. Looking at the increasing tourist footfalls, along with a plethora of other attractions being developed for the tourists, it is intended to provide tourists with a host of stay options near the Statue of Unity. As part of this endeavour, the Authority has decided to undertake selection of an Agency, a reputed hotel operator, for Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan on Operation and Maintenance (O&M) basis, and has, therefore, decided to carry out the bidding process 1http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/taai-award-for-gujarat- tourism/article2735467.ece Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 2
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat for selection of the Bidder to whom the work may be awarded. A growing demand for tourists in region due to recent developments, has added to the demand for rooms in the area. Limited supply of quality hotels and ever increasing tourism in the region, clear title of land / developed infrastructure makes this site feasible for development as envisaged. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 3
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat LOCATION & SITE ANALYSIS 2.1 An Overview of Statue of Unity, Kevadiya 2.1.1 Introduction The Statue of Unity, the world’s tallest statue, built to honour the memory of iconic leader and architect of United India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, sees a colossal footfallof tourists every single day. Located in Gujarat’s Narmada district, the world’s tallest statue, is 3.5 km away from Kevadiya town and about 200 km from Ahmedabad. The picturesque surroundings of the Saputara and Vindhyachal hills along with the mighty river Narmada provide the perfect view to the statue, which is built on an island. Among the prime attractions on the site is a viewer’s gallery inside the statue located at the height of 135 meters with a capacity to accommodate 200 persons at a time. High speed lifts installed are capable of taking 5000 people per day to the viewing gallery, which offers a panoramic glimpse of the surrounding areas. Besides the Statue itself, there are several other tourist attractions around including the valley of flowers, natural beauty of the Saputara and Vindhyachal hill ranges besides the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the mighty Narmada river. The State Government recently opened a new luxurious nature retreat, Tent City Narmada, just 10 minutes away from the monument. Set up opposite the idyllic Panchmuli lake and Dyke 4 (2 tent cities), the resort is surrounded by meadows, water cascades, thick forest areas and abundant wildlife. A major attraction for the tourists is the option of going to spot crocodiles at the Sardar Sarovar dam besides taking short treks to explore ecotourism sites. The statue complex has a separate selfie point which gets visitors a good view of the statue and its pristine surroundings. Another attraction is the laser, light and sound show based on the unification of India during the post independence period which is conducted in the complex. Plans are also afoot to develop several water sports like river rafting and boating, para gliding and forest treks in a phased manner for adventure seekers near the Statue of Unity. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 4
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat Figure 2-1: Location Map of Statue of Unity Area, Kevadiya Kevadiya 2.1.2 Connectivity Statue of Unity is well connected to major cities of Gujarat like Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Bharuch etc through roads, rail and air. It is about 100 km from Vadodara, 200 km from Ahmedabad and about 420 km from Mumbai. The nearest town to Statue of Unity is Kevadiya which is about 3.5 km away and the nearest city is Rajpipla which is 25 km away. Road – Statue of Unity is well connected by road with Vadodara and Ahmedabad towards north, Rajpipla and Bharuch towards west, Surat and Mumbai towards south through National highway 953 and State highway 5. Statue of Unity can also be reached by State Highway 11 and State highway 63. Rail – Vadodara railway station is the nearest rail head 90 km to the Sardar Patel Statue. Bharuch Railway Station is 91 km and Ahmedabad Railway Station is around 197 km. Air – The nearest airport from Statue of Unity is in Vadodara and the nearest international airport is in Ahmedabad. 2.1.3 Demography According to Census 2011 Narmada district has a population of 590,379 roughly equal Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 5
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat to the nation of Soloman Islands or the US State of Wyoming. This gives it a ranking of 528th in India (out of a total of 640). The district has a population density of 214 inhabitants per square km. Its population growth rate over the decade 2001-11 was 14.77%. Narmada has a sex ratio of 960 females for every 1000 males and a literacy rate of 73.29%. 2.1.4 Economy 2.1.4.1 At District Level The economy of Narmada district is solely based on agriculture. Most of the population in the district are engaged in agriculture in order to earn their livelihood. Production of banana and cotton are the key horticulture crops in the district. An investment of INR 600 Cr was observed in the district between 1988-07. Industries such as textiles, sugar, and chemicals observed major investments and substantial growth during the past two decades. Though the district is scantily industrialized yet it has some industries of textiles, sugar, chemicals, agro industries etc. There are also some small scale industries of paper, wood products and food products in the district which helps in its economy to a great extent. In the year 2006, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj declared Narmada one of the country’s 250 most backward districts and currently receiving funds from the Backward Regions Grant Fund Programme (BRGF). Economy Drivers Agriculture provides the maximum opportunity to generate sustainable livelihood and employment for the villagers. Industry sectors such as textiles, food products, wood and rubber products and repair and servicing are the supporting pillars of the district economy. The district owns some of the major tourist destinations such as Shoolpaneshwar, Wildlife Sanctuary and Temple and Rajwant Palace which accounts for a healthy influx of tourists. Narmada houses herbal botanical gardens consisting of almost 70 species of herbal plants, which are used for the ayurvedic and natural therapy of treatment, and also helps in increasing medical value travel in the district. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 6
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 2.1.5 Tourist Inflow to Statue of Unity The inflow of tourist in Statue of Unity from 2nd Nov 2018 to 26th Jan 2019. Government sees the potential of extending it to 15000 persons per day (5.0 million annually). 2.1.6 Tourism Resources Narmada district has abundant tourism assets which are currently either untapped or under-tapped. The key features of the tourism assets of this region are- Presence of three major water reservoirs – Sardar Sarovar, Ukai Dam and Karjan Dam. Abundant biodiversity and rich forests assets Attractive tribal culture – art and cuisines The district is richly endowed with herbs of medicinal value. The Forest Department has developed multiple Aushadhiya & Botanical Gardens in the area. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 7
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat The map of the tourist attractions in the district is as below- Brief details of the Tourist attractions as mentioned in the map are as below- 1. Rajpipla District Headquarters & Municipality, which was the capital of the former kingdom of Rajpipla. The tourism assets include- Rajwant palace, Vadia palace, and Statue of Maharaja Vijaysinhji, Harsiddhi Mataji Temple, Victoria Gate and Red Tower location in picturesque Forest Background. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 8
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 2. Dediapada Small village home to the tribal communities like Vasava and Tadvi. Local tours to Panjari Ghat, Rukhal, Kunbar are the major attractions. 3. Zarwani A seasonal waterfall located close to the Sardar Sarovar dam, Zarwani is a popular tourist locations. It is located in the Shoolpaneshwar Sanctuary. There are no many tourist amenities located in the area, and the Falls is a short trek from the parking site. It can be accessed through the forest check post. 4. Shoolpaneshwar Sanctuary The sanctuary was initially established for the protection of the sloth bear in 1982. The forest is one of the best and thickest in the state, and includes a major watershed feeding two major reservoirs with the Rajpipla hills as backdrop. It has good biodiversity. The local population heavily depends on the forest produce, particularly Bamboo for socio-economic sustenance. 5. Malsamot With a hill station like environment, Malsamot is located close to the Sagai Campsite.The site has 6 roomed guesthouse and decent road and electricity connectivity. Small village treks may be undertaken from this site. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 9
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 6. The Statue of Unity The under-construction Statue of Unity, having a project cost of Rs. 2898 cr., is a project having an iconic 182 meter tall landmark statue dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Post completion in it will be the world's tallest statue. Located in Sadhubet near the Dam the statue will have other features like Tribal Museum & AV Gallery, Laser Light Show, Interpretation Centre, Research centre, Hotel (~128 keys), Viewing Gallery, Ferry services etc. Main components of the project are as under: 1. 182 meter high World Tallest Statue called Statue of Unit 2. Viewing Gallery at 135 m level 3. Exhibition Hall and Gallery at Statue base with memorial garden at it roof 4. Memorial and Visiting Centre (M & VC) 5. Main Bridge (300 m) connecting M&VC and Sadhu Island 6. Shrestha Bharat Bhavan (Administrative complex / management hub cum hotel) 7. Road connecting Shrestha Bharat Bhavan and M&VC 7. Devmogra Highly revered by the locals, Devmogra Mata is the goddess of Satpuda mountain people. There is an annual festival at the temple from February to March where an estimated 5,00,000 to 7,00,000 people attend. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 10
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 8. Sagai This campsite is situated at the foot of the hills Malsamot, is amidst, teak forests and breath-taking views. The existing infrastructure include- 6 Cottages with attached bath & toilet facilities, 5 Tented Accommodations with separate bath & toilet facilities, 1 dormitory (10 pax), Kitchen & Dining places. The EDC serves fodd to the visitors. There is an interpretation center and campfire and machaans. The campsite also has a nature trail. 9. Panjrighat It is a picnic destination for nearby schools. There is a seasonal waterfall and interesting rock formations in the site. Located within the forest, it an interesting trek from nearby sites like Dediapada. 10. Kunbar The forest department has developed a site for camping close to the Botanical Garden. The site is close to a waterbody and has a well-developed nursery and some office spaces in the campus. The road connectivity is good. 11. Ninai Ninai is a seasonal waterfall and a popular attraction in the area. The waterfall has basic infrastructure developed by the forest department like- Van kutir, RCC steps to waterfall, rain shelter near waterfall, viewing gallery, seating etc. The waterfall is usually trekked from Sagai Campsite. Not much of refreshment facilities are available onsite for tourists. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 11
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 12. Rukhal Located in a reserve forest, the Forest Department has developed some sites for camping facilities. The site is good for wildlife and bid siting. The forest cover is dense and the proposed campsite is located adjacent to the village. It has dirt road access from the main road. The waterbody makes the site popular with birds. 13. Junaraj Located in the Shoolpaneshwar Sanctuary Area, Junaraj is a well- developed camping site with great water frontage on the Karjan Dam. The current infrastructure include 6 Cottages and tent plinths. The facilities are managed by the EDC. The footfall is not much in the site. The road access is very poor and through the gated area of the forest. 14. Ukai Dam The Ukai Dam, constructed across the Tapi River, is the second largest reservoir in Gujarat after the Sardar Sarovar. The site is popular with tourists, especially those from South Gujarat. 15. Vishalkhadi Vishalkhadi is another camping site developed and maintained by the Forest Department on the Karjan Dam. The site has 6 Roomed Guesthouse, Camps, Bamboo Hut, Dormitory. Boating in the nearby Karjan river are popular tourist activities. The campsite is run by the EDC and the last mile access is good for the site. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 12
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 16. Karjan Dam Located on the Karjan river, the reservoir has an area of 36.77 Km2 at full reservoir level. The area is very scenic, however underexplored in terms of tourism development. The Forest Department has two campsites of Junaraj and Vishalkhadi overlooking the Karjan Dam. 17. Sardar Sarovar Dam It is the largest dam on River Narmada and one of the largest in the world. The Kevadia colony is located at the foot of the dam, where the employees of the dam live. Tourist amenities have also been developed in this location. The dam site is a popular monsoon attraction and Gujarat Tourism organizes the Monsoon Festival every year in this place. 2.2 SWOT Analysis of Narmada as Tourist Destination Strengths There are many scenic unexplored locations. As the area has year long water availability, the tourist season availabe is long around 8-9 months. The district and the place is well connected and in close proximity to urban centres like Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara and Bharuch. Weaknesses Low retention capacity – day visitors primarily. Exiting rates of room are very high or very low. Institutional structure for maintenance / upkeep is yet to be established. Limited local trained manpower resources. Limited basic amenities especially sanitation. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 13
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat Opportunities The tourism is local residents driven. Proposal of developing institutional framework and local capacities. The room rates can be hiked with better facilities and management. There is a potential to develop tourist circuits and better tourist activities / amenities. Potential to upgrade existing forest accommodations and interpretation facilities. Threats Sensitive forect / sanctuary area in vicinity. There could be tourist safety concerns due to the water frontage that could pose a threat to the development. Insensitive tourism development can ruin the location aesthetics irreversibly and perpetuate local dissatisfaction. 2.3 Opportunities for Tourism Development in and nearby Statue of Unity, Narmada. a. Cinematic Tourism – Based on the discussions with the royal family of Rajpipla, it was discovered that the Palace is a popular shooting destination, more so for regional films. The destinations may be formally promoted in mainstream with proper infrastructure and timely permissions. Promotion materials in the form of brochures, short video clippings, cataloguing etc. can be undertaken for the publicity of the destinations. b. Ecotourism development at Campsites - The Forest Department has developed multiple campsites in the region. However they neither attract a lot of tourists nor are particularly well maintained. The scenic location of these sites, present a great opportunity for development in PPP. Through sensitive contract conditions this will ensure better tourist experience and higher engagement of the locals. A 2-3 day circuit may be developed in the region, connecting the various campsites for diverse experience to the tourists. Along the Rann Utsav model, the campsites may be developed on a temporary basis based on the tourist seasons. There is also a great possibility for the development of manufacturing local souvenirs through the SHGs c. Water-sports on the Dam Sites - The presence of their major water bodies (Karjan Dam, Sardar Sarovar and Ukai Dam) is one the biggest USP of the site. Water sports development in at least one of the sites shall greatly open the area to tourism. Development of an Institute in the lines of ABIMAS (Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports) shall catalyse the development of water and adventure sports in the entire Western Region. d. Development of Wellness Tourism - Narmada is known for its richness of medicinal herbs. The Forest Department has developed many Medicinal Herbal Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 14
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat Gardens in the area. This can be upgraded to include components of Wellness Tourism. e. Statue of Unity – It is a major upcoming development in the region. This mega project will open up the area in a big way. It is a great opportunity to develop ancillary attractions in the region, to engage the tourists for a longer duration. The development consist of tourist attractions like tribal museum, viewing gallery, convention centre, light and sound show, research centre, ferry services etc. A valley of flowers is also being developed in the region which is poised to be a major attraction. f. Design, development and marketing of souvenirs - During the review meeting chaired by Hon’ble Union Minister Ms. Smruti Zubin Irani, the potential of Banana Fibre made Clothes and Cotton Clothes was discussed. The model of Pochampalli may be suitably replicated in Narmada. Central Silk Board may be approached for Seri-culture Pilot Project. The possibilities of Bamboo products was also discussed. Such products can be interesting souvenirs are marketed by linking it to the Statue of Unity. g. Skilling - During the visits and the discussions with the officials it was understood that this is a major requirement in the area. In the review meeting it was recommended that Skill Mapping may be undertaken to clearly identify the gaps. The Statue of Unity is to be inaugurated in October 2017. It is essential to prepare guides and other ancillary human resources before the same. It was discussed that ~200 persons from the district may be trained at the State Institute of Hotel Management, Siddhpur for a course duration of 4 months in guide and other hospitality related training programs. Short term training programs for the EDC members may also be developed in association with the Forest Department. h. Infrastructure Upgradation - Narmada is one of the tribal and backward districts of the State. Infrastructure upgradation in the form of proper road connectivity to the tourist sites, access to electricity, mobile network connectivity shall be essential for the tourism development. During the site visit, high dependence on solar panels was observed in the villages. The same may be develop in a more scientific manner. An airstrip development in Rajpipla shall greatly enhance the connectivity to other parts of the State. 2.4 Rationale of O&M for Shreshtha Bharat Bhawan Kevadia, with the Sardar Sarovar Dam and the Statue of Unity is gradually becoming a global tourist hub. Looking at the increasing tourist footfalls, along with a plethora of other attractions being developed for the tourists, it is intended to provide tourists with a host of stay options near the Statue of Unity Sites. Two Tent Cities with a capacity of about 240 tents have been developed on a PPP basis near the Statue of Unity. It is further intended that the selected property of the State Government be operated on a PPP basis. The details are as below: 1. Shreshta Bharat Bhawan: 52 rooms Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited (SSNNL) now intends to appoint an established and renowned Hospitality Group as Agency to undertake Operations and Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 15
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat Management (O & M) of the building as stated above alongwith its marketing. It is also estimated that some investments will also be needed to upgrade the property. 2.5 Site Location and Description 2.5.1 Introduction Shreshtha Bharat Bhawan is situated 4.9 kms from the Statue of Unity in between Statue of Unity and Kevadiya town. The site is located on the left side of the road when travelling from Statue of Unity to Kevadiya. The site falls just before the town starts if coming from Statue of Unity. The site is a land parcel spread over an area of about 30,000 sq. m. The Site is surrounded by Narmada river towards the west, Suryakund water falls towards the south, Statue of Unity access road towards the east and open land parcel towards the north. The site is just 700 m away from the kevadiya town Post Office, just opposite the Model room and Information centre (ticketing / reception area) and next to public parking. The Site coordinates are: Latitude 21°52'25.18 "N Longitude 73°41'42.98 "E 2.5.2 Site Linkage, Connectivity and Access: The Site can be approached by an existing 4 lane divided carriageway road having an average width of more than 15 m that connects NH 953 to Statue of Unity. The site has a very good connectivity with Kevadiya and Statue of Unity along with other sight seeing places. The site lies almost on the main road and has enough parking space. The site can be approached by two internal roads connecting the main road and leading to Shreshta Bharat Bhawan. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 16
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 2.5.3 Site Topography and Vegetation The Site is situated next to Narmada river on the top level of the contoured land with good greenery. Topographically the land slopes from the SBB site towards Narmada river and towards the road. The site has good greenery and garden around its building. 2.5.4 Proximity to Key Areas The proposed Site is located with Narmada River on the west side, open land and Suryakund Waterfalls on the south side, the approach road from the Main road connecting it to Statue of Unity on the east side and the Kevadiya town on the north side. The site is around 4.9 kms away from the Statue of Unity. The site lies immediately south to the Kevadiya town and in close vicinity to Tent city and Circuit house. The site is well connected to different parts of Narmada through well defined road road network. 2.5.5 Existing Infrastructure Site Access The Site is currently accessible by two internal roads connecting to main road that also connects the Statue of Unity. The nearest main road to the site is 100 m east of the site. Power & Water The Site has power and water connection. Telecommunication Telecommunication and mobile networks are available on site. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 17
Upgradation, Operation & Maintenance of Shrestha Bharat Bhawan at PIM Kevadia, Narmada, Gujarat 2.6 SWOT Analysis Strengths The site is located vary close (within five km) to already established Statue of Unity tourist spot which is witnessing 10,000 tourists per day on an average. Basic infrastructure already developed for the site. Location of Shreshtha Bharat Bhawan which is next to Narmada river, is a major advantage. Good connectivity with major parts of Gujarat through well developed roads. A PPP format limiting risk. Weaknesses The site is already built and developed leaving no room for expansion. Development in and around the location still on a nascent stage. Opportunities The Narmada region is famous for its rich biodiversity including forest area, Vindhyachal and Saputara hills, Narmada river & dam and a forest area that gives an opportunity for good tourism. The proposed development can also attract local populace from neighbouring towns. The government is exploring the tourism possibilities of this area and envisaging to tap this vast beauty of Narmada in more possible ways. Threats The project might become a victim of excessive commercialization and hence leading to unsustainable growth of surrounding area. Close vicinity to Vadodara poses a threat on overnight tourist traffic, as tourists may prefer a day trip to this place rather than overnight stay. Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited Page | 18
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