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IN PHOTOS: Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar memorial's work underway at Indu Mill Compound in Mumbai

Updated On: 30 November, 2023 08:20 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Covering 4.84 hectares of land acquired from the Union textile ministry, the memorial includes a research center with lecture halls, a library, and facilities for seminars and workshops. Pics/Atul Kamble

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Originally proposed in 1989, persistent demands led to government approval in 2011, and construction commenced in February 2018 at the Indu Mills compound. Pics/Atul Kamble
Originally proposed in 1989, persistent demands led to government approval in 2011, and construction commenced in February 2018 at the Indu Mills compound. Pics/Atul Kamble
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The complex will also feature a museum gallery, restaurant, two parking levels accommodating over 450 vehicles, and an auditorium with over a 1,000-seat capacity

The complex will also feature a museum gallery, restaurant, two parking levels accommodating over 450 vehicles, and an auditorium with over a 1,000-seat capacity

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The work completion date is expected to be announced soon and it is expected to open for public by next year

The work completion date is expected to be announced soon and it is expected to open for public by next year

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The aesthetically designed complex boasts a seafront promenade providing scenic views of Mahim Bay and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link

The aesthetically designed complex boasts a seafront promenade providing scenic views of Mahim Bay and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link

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With plans for green building certification, over two-thirds of the space is likely to be dedicated to greenery

With plans for green building certification, over two-thirds of the space is likely to be dedicated to greenery

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The statue of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar will stand at an impressive height of 350 ft on a monument reaching 450 ft from the ground level

The statue of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar will stand at an impressive height of 350 ft on a monument reaching 450 ft from the ground level

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The complex includes a meditation area, anticipating high visitor footfall, and aims to provide space for vipashana sessions

The complex includes a meditation area, anticipating high visitor footfall, and aims to provide space for vipashana sessions

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