Delhi to Unveil Cactus Garden at Deshbandhu Apartment

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) announced plans to construct a cactus garden near I.P. Extension's Deshbandhu Apartment at a cost of Rs 50.48 lakh. The garden, spanning 1.45 acres under the Centre's Amrit 2.0 scheme, will feature 15 varieties of cacti and is set for completion by September.

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is set to establish a unique cactus garden near I.P. Extension's Deshbandhu Apartment, with plans to showcase 15 varieties of cacti.

This initiative, costing Rs 50.48 lakh, marks the first cactus garden by the MCD and only the second in Delhi. The project, covering an area of 1.45 acres under the Centre's Amrit 2.0 scheme, expects completion by September.

Visitors can anticipate a collection of 550 grafted ordinary Helio cacti, 200 colored grafted ordinary Helio cacti, 20 Ferlo cacti, 50 Melo cacti with caps, and 500 rooted cacti. Central to this project is a state-of-the-art poly house of 10x10 meters equipped with advanced temperature and water control systems. In addition, the garden will feature 10 reinforced concrete benches, lush lawns, and topiary plants for a comfortable and green visitor experience.