NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Supreme Court Of India
    Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)
    Indian Army
    Indian Railways
    Indian Air Force
    NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / India News / Leaking roof at Statue of Unity leaves tourists drenched
    India

    Leaking roof at Statue of Unity leaves tourists drenched

    Leaking roof at Statue of Unity leaves tourists drenched
    Written by Siddhant Pandey
    Jun 30, 2019, 05:20 pm 2 min read
    Leaking roof at Statue of Unity leaves tourists drenched

    After having faced much criticism over the Rs. 3,000cr splurge, the controversial Statue of Unity in Gujarat has drawn the public's ire yet again. Recently, tourists at the Statue of Unity were left displeased with rainwater pouring inside the viewing gallery, dripping off the ceiling, allowing puddles of water to accumulate on the floor. Can you feel the global tourism flourishing yet?

    Statue of Unity offers 'spectacular view' of Sardar Sarovar Dam

    The Statue of Unity is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's brainchild, announced in 2010. The 182m tall structure, situated at Kevadiya in Narmada district, is the tallest of its kind and honors the memory of freedom fighter Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It was unveiled last year on Patel's 143rd birth anniversary. A viewing gallery, located at 152m, offers a "spectacular view" of the Sardar Sarovar Dam.

    Tourists disappointed after 'unfortunate' incident

    Given the hype surrounding the Statue of Unity, many expected great things from the monument, however, were left disappointed amid heavy rains experienced by Narmada district since Friday. "We'd come with great hopes to see the world's tallest statue," a tourist told PTI. "It hasn't rained heavily, and already the main hall and viewing gallery of the statue is filled with water. It's unfortunate."

    Tourists also shared videos from the scene on social media

    Viewing Gallery of ₹3000 crore Statue of Unity

    One rain and it gets flooded, water leaking from the roof and front.What a Shame! pic.twitter.com/9xSbQokQoT

    — manju jadhav (@manjujadhav_) June 29, 2019

    Viewing gallery, located at statue's chest, open by design. What?

    Although many tourists alleged the presence of cracks, officials denied them. The official Twitter handle of the Statue of Unity tweeted, "The rainwater has been blown by high-velocity winds inside the viewing gallery." "It's by design that it has to be kept open for a better view which tourists can enjoy. Water accumulation is being promptly tackled by the maintenance team," it added.

    Here is the tweet

    The rainwater has been blown by high-velocity winds inside the viewing gallery It’s by design that it has to be kept open for a better view which tourists can enjoy Water accumulation is being promptly tackled by the maintenance team @PMOIndia @CMOGuj @drrajivguptaias

    — Statue Of Unity (@souindia) June 29, 2019

    Rainwater entering gallery is "natural": Chief administrator of statue

    Meanwhile, Narmada Collector IK Patel, chief administrator for the statue, said, "Viewing gallery is open with grills on the statue's chest. The rear side of the gallery is covered by glass," adding that water entering the gallery is "natural" by design. Patel added that there's a channel to dispose of rainwater, but with high-speeds, a house-keeping personnel is needed to drain rainwater continuously. Wow!

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Narendra Modi
    Statue of Unity
    Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

    Narendra Modi

    PM Modi addresses first 'Mann Ki Baat' after retaining power Mann Ki Baat
    Bonhomie, laughs, and meetings: Here's what happened at G20 Summit India
    'Kithana acha he Modi', tweets Australian PM; picture goes viral Japan
    India-US have never been closer, says Trump after meeting Modi India

    Statue of Unity

    Statue of Unity sculptor contributed in War Memorial's design Padma Shri
    Railways to launch special Statue of Unity train from March Chandigarh
    Gujarat: Visiting time for Sardar Patel memorial increased by 2hrs Gujarat
    Citing tourist safety, crocodiles near Statue of Unity being relocated Narendra Modi

    Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

    Rapper Hard Kaur booked with sedition for comments on Adityanath Yogi Adityanath
    PM's gifts go under hammer to fund 'Namami Gange' project Narendra Modi
    Seers oppose proposal to erect Lord Ram's statue in Ayodhya Yogi Adityanath
    Arun Jaitley to Congress: Who was Sardar Patel's father? Narendra Modi

    Love India News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    India Thumbnail
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023