Heavy influx of tourists at Statue of Unity during Diwali vacation

During the Diwali mini-vacation, thousands of tourists from across the country have flocked to see the Statue of Unity located in Kevadia, Gujarat. According to a report by Sandesh, long queues of tourists were seen from early morning, who were eager to gain entry into the statue premises and reach the viewing gallery. Keeping this crowd in mind, many tourists had already booked their tickets through the official portal in advance.

Apart from Gujarat, these tourists have come from Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and the states of South India. Due to the heavy influx of tourists, all attractions like the Jungle Safari, Narmada Aarti, Cactus Garden, Children Nutrition Park, Glow Garden, and River Rafting are currently running housefull. To manage the increasing crowd systematically, security arrangements have been increased by the Ekta Nagar Authority and the Police Department. Additionally, e-bus transport services have also been increased for the movement of tourists.

According to Wikipedia, the Statue of Unity is the world's tallest statue at 182 meters, which is located near Kevadia in the Narmada valley in Gujarat. This statue is situated on the banks of the Narmada river facing the Sardar Sarovar Dam, 100 kilometers southeast of Vadodara. This statue is of Sardar Patel, India's first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, who played a significant role in the political unification of the country.