As a result of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami’s visionary thinking and commitment to green urbanization, the City Forest Park has become the new lifeblood of Dehradun. Since its inauguration, the park has not only become a favorite of local residents but also a major attraction for tourists from various parts of the state. Filled with children, youth, senior citizens, and tourists, this park has given the city a new energy, a new identity, and a clean environment to connect with nature. Developed by the MDDA, this park offers a rare blend of modern green infrastructure and natural beauty.
*City Forest Park continues to see increasing footfall*
This morning, MDDA Vice Chairman Banshidhar Tiwari visited the City Forest Park. He inspected the various facilities provided by the MDDA and received feedback from officials on the ongoing work. During the visit, he also spoke extensively with over 1,000 school children, students, their families, and tourists from various states. In addition to gathering feedback on the park, they also discussed the facilities provided by the MDDA. Everyone unanimously praised the facilities developed by the MDDA, the cleanliness, security, and the natural environment of the park.
*The embodiment of Chief Minister Dhami’s vision*
Vice President Banshidhar Tiwari said that the City Forest Park on Sahastradhara Road, developed on an area of approximately 12.45 hectares, is becoming Dehradun’s new identity. It is Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami’s dream project, designed with modern green development, environmental protection, and urban health in mind. He said that the park is a unique blend of nature, yoga, Ayurveda, fitness, children’s play, tourism, and a peaceful environment. Upon arriving, the noise of the city is left behind and one experiences a natural forest, which is essential for a rapidly developing city like Dehradun.
Vice President Banshidhar Tiwari said that since the inauguration of the City Forest Park, a large number of people have been visiting it every day. Local families, as well as tourists from various districts across the state, are visiting to experience the natural beauty and modern amenities. The park has become a favorite among children. Every day, parents, along with a large number of school children and students from the district and other cities, arrive for educational and environmental tours. Everyone is thrilled to discover the park’s unique educational environment. Children are enjoying walking along the natural trails, playing in the treehouses, and learning outdoors.
*A Confluence of Education, Entertainment, and Nature*
The park was incredibly crowded today. Students from schools wandered the natural trails, sat in the bamboo gazebos, and played in the treehouses and the children’s maze area (drum). Teachers said that having such a safe and spacious natural open space for children in Dehradun is a significant achievement.
*Forest-like tranquility, city-like convenience*
This park has been developed to preserve the natural slopes, vegetation, seasonal streams, and soil texture. This ensures every corner offers a forest-like, serene experience.
Key features of the park–*
1.2 km forest-walk fitness trail
3.5 meter wide natural perimeter path
Modern cycling track
Drum (children’s labyrinth) built into the natural slopes
Swing bridge, meditation and yoga area
Acupuncture zone
Colorful flower beds
Open-air theater for cultural programs
Attractive treehouse, bamboo gazebo
Skating rink, reading area, pebble walk, cafeteria
Wetland restoration zone dedicated to biodiversity
These features make this park a perfect blend of healthy lifestyle, recreation, education, and tourism.
*Dehradun’s Largest Modern Green Infrastructure*
At a cost of approximately ₹40.07 crore, the MDDA aims to make this park a premier model of modern green infrastructure. The park’s entrance, designed in the style of the Mahasu Devta Temple, blends cultural beauty with modernity. Well-organized parking, a ticket counter, an information center, clean toilets, drinking water fountains, comfortable benches, a main path, an aquatic area with water plants, landscaped walkways, and proper sanitation throughout the area reflect the MDDA’s quality work.
Hundreds of tourists and locals visit the park daily*
Since its inauguration, a large number of people have been visiting the park daily for walking, jogging, yoga, photography, and family time. Safe seating arrangements for the elderly, a fitness track for women, and a safe open-play area for children have made it a favorite destination for families.
*New Direction for Tourism and the Local Economy*
The City Forest Park has further enhanced tourism potential in the Sahastradhara area. This will also boost local shopkeepers, cafes, small businesses, guides, and employment opportunities. The MDDA believes that this park will elevate Dehradun’s tourism image in the future.
*The park will be a key pillar of the green tourism identity – Banshidhar Tiwari*
Vice President Banshidhar Tiwari said that the large attendance of children makes it clear that this park is a must-see for the new generation
