PM to inaugurate Kartavya Path and unveil the statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at India Gate on 8th September
Symbolises a shift from erstwhile Rajpath being an
icon of power to Kartavya Path being an example of public ownership and
empowerment
In line with one of PM’s ‘Panch Pran’: ‘remove any trace of colonial mindset’
Kartavya Path to exhibit improved public spaces and facilities including lawns
with walkways, added green spaces, refurbished canals, improved signages, new
amenity blocks and vending kiosks
New pedestrian underpasses, improved parking spaces, new exhibition panels and
upgraded night lighting are going to enhance the public experience
Includes several sustainability features like solid waste management, recycling
of used water, rainwater harvesting and energy efficient lighting systems,
among others
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 'Kartavya Path' on 8th
September, 2022 at 7 PM. It symbolises a shift from erstwhile Rajpath being an
icon of power to Kartavya Path being an example of public ownership and
empowerment. Prime Minister will also unveil the statue of Netaji
Subhas Chandra Bose at India Gate on the occasion. These steps are in line
with Prime Minister’s second ‘Panch Pran’ for New India in Amrit Kaal: ‘remove
any trace of colonial mindset’.
Over the years, Rajpath and adjoining areas of the Central Vista Avenue
had been witnessing pressure of increasing traffic of visitors, putting stress
on its infrastructure. It lacked basic amenities like public toilets, drinking
water, street furniture and adequate parking space. Further, there was
inadequate signage, poor maintenance of water features and haphazard parking.
Also, a need was felt to organise the Republic Day parade and other National
events in a less disruptive manner with minimal restrictions on public
movement. The redevelopment has been done bearing these concerns in mind while
also ensuring the integrity and continuity of architectural character.
Kartavya Path will exhibit beautified landscapes, lawns with walkways,
added green spaces, refurbished canals, new amenity blocks, improved signages
and vending kiosks. Further, new pedestrian underpasses, improved parking
spaces, new exhibition panels and upgraded night lighting are some other
features that will enhance the public experience. It also includes a number of
sustainability features like solid waste management, stormwater management,
recycling of used water, rainwater harvesting, water conservation and energy
efficient lighting systems, among others.
The statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, which will be unveiled by
the Prime Minister, is being installed in the same place where a hologram
statue of Netaji was unveiled earlier this year on Parakram Diwas (January 23)
by him. The statue, made of granite, is a fitting tribute to the immense
contribution of Netaji to our freedom struggle, and would be a symbol of the
country’s indebtedness to him. Crafted by Arun Yogiraj, who was the main
sculptor, the 28 feet tall statue has been carved from a monolithic granite
stone and weighs 65 MT.