World’s Tallest Ambedkar Statue: On January 19, Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy will reveal a massive ‘Statute of Social Justice’ at Swaraj Maidan. This giant statue is not about religion and costs a whopping Rs 404 crore. Picture this: it stands on an 81-foot base, making it reach an impressive 206 feet tall. The statue is made from 400 tons of stainless steel and 120 tons of bronze. They started working on it in December 2021, and it’s managed by the Social Welfare Department and Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation. This project isn’t just a statue; it comes with a whole package — a park, a convention center, a food court, a play area, water features, and walking paths.
The big day is on January 19. At 4 p.m., Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy will reveal the statue, and at 6 p.m., he’ll speak to the crowd. They’re expecting more than a lakh people, including ministers and important folks. It’s going to be quite an event!
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Features of the Project
Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy will reveal a 125-foot ‘Statute of Social Justice’ at Swaraj Maidan. The monument costs Rs 404 crore and is the tallest non-religious statue in India.
- The statue, standing on an 81-foot pedestal, makes a total of 206 feet.
- It’s made of steel and bronze, with 400 MT of stainless steel and 120 MT of bronze used.
- The project includes a park, a convention center, food court, play area, water features, and walking paths.
- Initiated in December 2021, the project is managed by the Social Welfare Department and Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation.
Inauguration Details
- The inauguration ceremony is scheduled for January 19.
- Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy will unveil the statue at 4 p.m. and address the public at 6 p.m.
- Over one lakh attendees, including ministers and representatives, are expected.
Traffic and Parking Information
- Traffic restrictions and diversions will be in place on January 19 for heavy and medium-sized vehicles.
- Parking for leaders and representatives is arranged at Andhra Loyola College grounds, BRTS Road, Siddhartha Public School, and Gymkhana Grounds.
Local Traffic Plan
- Restrictions will be imposed from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for buses arriving and departing from Vijayawada to Visakhapatnam and Machilipatnam.
- Specific routes are designated for vehicles on the Visakhapatnam-Hyderabad, Chennai-Visakhapatnam, and Hyderabad-Chennai routes.
Event Facilities
- The police have announced parking lots for leaders and public representatives at various locations.
- The project also features a Dr. B R Ambedkar experience center, convention center, and more.
Monument Construction
- The statue is entirely made in India, emphasizing indigenous sourcing of raw materials and design.
- The construction work is overseen by the Social Welfare Department and Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation.
Join the celebration on January 19 and commemorate Dr. B R Ambedkar’s enduring legacy of equality and justice!
