Bareilly's Ramayana Vatika: A Cultural Marvel Unveiling in 2026

• Bareilly Development Authority built Ramayana Vatika to connect new generations with Ramayana and Indian culture, set for Jan 2026 inauguration by CM Yogi Adityanath.
• Features a 51-foot-tall bronze statue of Lord Shri Ram by renowned sculptor Ram Sutar, serving as its main attraction.
• The Vatika showcases major Ramayana episodes across 7 sections, including Bharat Milap and Ram Setu, using fiber sculptures and 3D visuals.
• Designed as an educational hub for children, it also recreates Ramayana era forests like Chitrakoot and Ashok Vatika with specific flora.
• Spread over 33,000 sq meters, it aims to boost religious tourism and give Bareilly a new identity, with affordable entry fees.

Why It Matters: Bareilly's Ramayana Vatika, a grand cultural and educational project, will open in 2026, boosting tourism.