Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has drawn up an ambitious redevelopment plan for the ageing BDA City Centre, popularly known as Nicco Park, with a focus on creating a modern destination for recreation, entertainment and commercial activities.
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Housing and Urban Development Minister and BDA Chairman Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra reviewed the progress of the proposed redevelopment during a meeting on Wednesday and directed officials to accelerate the ongoing process and ensure timely execution.
New Recreation and Commercial Facilities
The revamped City Centre is proposed to feature a range of facilities aimed at visitors across different age groups. The redevelopment plan includes a dedicated food court, market complex, entertainment zones and boating facilities.
The project will also incorporate new commercial spaces, core infrastructure and activity-based recreational amenities as part of the broader transformation of the existing facility.
Officials said the redevelopment is intended to give the long-standing city landmark a modern identity while expanding its utility as an urban recreation hub.
Lake, Stormwater Channel to Get Makeover
As part of the wider development plan, the BDA is also working on the modernisation of the adjoining stormwater channel and lake zone.
The proposed works include landscaping, construction of walkways and restoration of the lake area, with the aim of improving the overall surroundings and creating additional outdoor spaces for visitors.
The state government has already approved the proposed redevelopment works, according to the BDA.
BDA Vice-Chairman Chanchal Rana and senior officials attended the review meeting.
