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Chief Minister of the state Mr. Vijay Rupani talked about the aim of the state government to develop Kevadiya as an exclusive tourist destination. He said that the place is a home to the World’s Tallest Statue- the Statue of Unity. In addition to that, the area is rich in art, culture and local traditions. The government wishes that everyone who visits the place should stay there for a minimum of 3 days to experience the region as a whole.
The government keep a careful eye on the necessary arrangements that are being planned for the region. The place is going to be the centre of attraction in the days to come. Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi is going to visit here. A number of others events are going to be held here as well.
The CM also added that the work related to the Sardar Sarvar Dam has been completed and that the state government can fill water till 138 meters. At present, the water level of the dam is 132 meters.
M.D of Sardar Sarovar Nigam Mr. Rajiv Gupta, Director of Sardar Sarvar Nigam Mr. K. Kailashnathan , District Collector and a number of senior officials accompanied the CM.
