Key Highlights
- Amrit Udyan, spanning roughly 15 acres inside Rashtrapati Bhavan, will be open to the public from 2 February to 30 March 2025.
- Operating hours are 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tuesday through Sunday; Mondays are reserved for maintenance.
- Free entry is offered, but visitors are urged to secure a digital slot in advance via the official portal.
- Special access days are earmarked for senior citizens, defence personnel, differently‑abled visitors, and women‑led self‑help groups.
- Key attractions include themed lawns, a children’s "Bal Vatika" with a centuries‑old sheesham tree, a bonsai gallery, and a choreographed musical fountain.
Detailed Insights
Amrit Udyan, formerly identified as the Mughal Gardens, constitutes a curated horticultural complex situated within the precincts of Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi. The garden’s layout is divided into four principal zones – East Lawn, Central Lawn, Long Garden, and Circular Garden – each showcasing a palette of ornamental flora such as coleus, celosia, and tuberose. The venue serves as the focal point of the annual Amrit Udyan Utsav, a two‑month exhibition that runs from 02‑02‑2025 to 31‑03‑2025.
Operational logistics dictate that the grounds are accessible from Tuesday to Sunday, with the first Monday of each week allocated for horticultural upkeep. Certain calendar dates are excluded from public access, including the Delhi Legislative Assembly elections (05‑02‑2025), a Visitor’s Conference (20‑21‑02‑2025), and the Holi festival (14‑03‑2025). Moreover, designated slots honor specific demographic groups: 26‑03‑2025 for differently‑abled persons, 27‑03‑2025 for defence and police staff, 28‑03‑2025 for women and tribal women’s self‑help groups, and 29‑03‑2025 for senior citizens.
While admission fees are waived, the administration recommends pre‑booking a digital pass through the portal visit.rashtrapatibhavan.gov.in. Walk‑ins are permitted on a space‑available basis, with entry directed exclusively through Gate 35 on North Avenue Road. Visitors arriving by metro may alight at either Central Secretariat or Shivaji Stadium stations (approximately 2 km away) and avail a complimentary shuttle that operates between 09:30 AM and 06:00 PM.
Key Concepts
- Bal Vatika: A child‑friendly enclave featuring a 225‑year‑old sheesham tree and an educational tree‑house.
- Musical Fountain: A water‑show installation synchronized with music, creating a dynamic visual display.
- Bonsai Exhibit: A curated collection of miniature trees cultivated using traditional bonsai techniques.