Statue of Unity

thumb|Statue of Unity, as dedicated on October 31, 2018 (cropped) The Statue of Unity is a colossal statue of Indian statesman and independence activist Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (1875–1950), who was the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home minister of independent India and the chief adherent of Mahatma Gandhi during the non-violent Indian Independence movement. Quotes Statue of Unity is an answer to all those who question the existence of India. The height of the statue is to remind the youth that the future of the country will be as huge as this. It is also symbolic of our engineering and technology affordability.” Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during inauguration of Statue Of Unity. Statue of Unity meets up almost all accessibility requirements. Features such as conveyor belt, lifts with Braille button, spacious corridors, directional signages, wheel-chair facilities and accessible drinking water and toilets in the Statue of Unity are novel features that need to be replicated universally. Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Secretary (DEPwD), Shakuntala D Gamlin Statue of Unity has put Kevadiya in the global map, making it the most touted destination of the future. The monument has attracted global media attention which has helped to spread the word internationally. Since the Statue of Unity has become a global iconic memorial, the monument’s popularity will attract a global audience to the destination. We are also ready with attractive packages for travellers that will offer a unique experience at our Tent City Narmada, which is luxurious and encircled with the natures beauty.” Shri. Kamlesh Patel, Chairman, TCGL External links Category:Monuments and memorials in India Unity Category:World record holders Category:Gujarat