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Nav Bharat Udyan: An Overview

Central Vista Development /Redevelopment Master Plan envisions to redevelop Central

Vista as a world class public space, restore its grandeur as an architectural icon, house
modern facilities for efficient functioning of administration, strengthen cultural
institutions and commemorate 75 years of India’s independence.
Under the Master Plan, the Central Vista Axis will be virtually extended from present 2.9
km to 6.3 km on eastern point to culminate at western bank of River Yamuna, to restore
in pursuance of the original design vision of Central Vista and stretch from ‘Ridge to
River’. In order to realize the grand vision of ‘AatmaNirbhar Bharat’, Nav Bharat Udyan
(New India Garden) is planned on the western bank of the river to commemorate 75th
year of Indian independence. Spread over 25 acres, the Udyan will be open to the public
and is being designed to have infotainment facilities viz. Sphere of Unity, Milestones
Walkway, Journey of India, Tech Dome and Open-Air Theatre, to showcase India’s rich
historical and cultural heritage, scientific achievements and symbolize Unity in Diversity
and aspirations of rising New India.

2. The Iconic Structure in Nav Bharat Udyan

The iconic structure is planned in Nav Bharat Udyan to realize the grand vision of
Aatmanirbhar Bharat, symbolizing emerging New India with equitable growth
opportunities, rooted in values of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas, Sabka Vishwaas and
representing the aspiration of clean India, free from poverty, corruption, terrorism,
communalism and casteism.

Guiding Principles
The iconic structure should have the following salient features:

 Iconic & Defining:

The structure should be iconic in design and represent the national capital. For
example, at present India Gate erected by the British in the Central Vista in the
early 20th century prominently signifies Delhi. The proposed iconic structure
being built in the independent India should now become a new symbol of the
national capital. Other examples could be Opera House in Sydney, Martyrs’
Memorial in Algeria, Gateway Arch in Missouri.
 Timeless:
The iconic structure should be constructed with materials and technology which
would last for eras like Ashoka’s edicts, Iron Pillar in Qutub Minar complex etc.
Hence, it should be robust and withstand the vagaries of nature and remain as
such for millennia to represent the currentage. Other examples could be
pyramids of Giza, Hampi Monuments
 Aspirational:
The iconic structure should represent values and aspirations of New India, which
is clean and free from poverty, corruption, terrorism, communalism, and
 casteism. It may further symbolize the new developments like digital India,
skilled India, fit India, etc coupled with energy, dynamism and transformational
ethos. Example- Azadi Tower in Tehran, statue of liberty in New York, Bahai
Temple in New Delhi.
 Indigenous:
The iconic structure should be constructed with indigenous materials, to realize
the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Example Jantar mantar in Delhi and Jaipur.
 Commemorative:
It should be associated with 75 years of independence being celebrated in the
year 2022 in a defining manner. Example- The Eiffel Tower & Arc de Triomphe in
Paris, Gateway of India in Mumbai, Charminar in Hyderabad.

 Alignment:
The central axis of the Vista starts from Rashtrapati Bhawan, moves on the
central line between North and South Blocks and Rajpath and culminates at India
Gate. The iconic structure should be aligned exactly on this central axis. Example
Washington memorial on National Mall in Washington D.C.

3. Possible categories
The categories thus mentioned are suggestive and participants should not be limited by
it.
As explained in the points above, the idea is to build a new commemorative landmark
for the nation which reflects its philosophies/principles and aspirations. It should have
innovative elements and features to engage with the audience.
 - Tower (e.g. Eiffel Tower-Paris, Space needle Seattle)
 A structure that provides with a new experience/first in city experience
(Example-London Eye, use of façade for tech show,Gateway Arch in Missouri)
 A Structure that uses mathematical equations. (using mathematical matrix
horizontally and vertically)
 A permanent sculpture/ art installation (Interactive, use/display of futuristic
technologies, larger than life)
 Statue / pillar (only if it has innovative features)
 Monument (commemorating 75th Independence of Nation, E.g India Gate, War
memorial, only if it has innovative features)

4 .Constraints
 Location:
It will be located on the western bank of river Yamuna. Hence, the foundation is
to be sited in sandy soil with high water table.
 Structure:
It can be a tower/sculpture or any other built form but not a building to be
occupied.
 Height:
Maximum permissible height at the proposed site as per colour coded zonal map
prepared by Airports Authority of India is 134 metres from the present ground
level.
 Other factors like soil stability, wind velocity, seismic forces and vulnerability to
flooding etc. need to be duly considered as per the provisions of National
Building Code of India, 2016 while designing the structure.
7. Submission Requirements
Three dimensional representations explaining the design, perspectives and
montages which display the character of the project.
 Elevations demonstrating qualities such as material, texture, and color.
 Sections which illustrate key aspects and major spatial or programmatic
elements.
 Drawings that illustrate innovative details or integrated aspects of design.
 All drawings should be presented at a scale appropriate for the design solution
and include a graphic scale for reference.
 Design concept explaining the proposal should be given in maximum 200 words
in the presentation sheets.
 Name of the structure to be suggested summarizing your concept and in sync
with the competition brief.
 Lighting and such other elements may be included.
 Preliminary structural details of foundation, materials and construction
methodology of the iconic structure should be submitted.
LOCATION
The Structures that can be part of the project @ 20% of site i.e. 5.0 acre or 2.0 Ha

 Iconic structure - 10000 sqm

 Interpretation centre - 1500 Sqm
 Cultural centre - 4000 Sqm
 Public library - 500 Sqm
 Exhibition hall - 500 Sqm
 Foodcourt - 1000 Sqm
 Admin - 300 Sqm
 Public Facilities - 200 Sqm
 Green house - No coverage
 Parking - No Coverage
  Submission Stages:

s.no. Stages Date of

submission
1 Case Study +Literature study +Comparative Analysis with Case 4.March.2022
study
2 Site study + Analysis+ Concept Approval 4.March.2022

3 Concept sheets + Study Model 18.March.2022

4 Design development Stage-1 1 April .2022
5 Design development Stage-2 15 April.2022
6 Pre final (site plan/floor plan/elevation/section) with furniture 22.April.2022
layout and unfinished 3D views, basic idea of final composition
of sheets.
7 Final (site plan/floor plan/elevation/section), final model with 29.April.2022
rendered views.