About Kumaramangalam Park
Kumaramangalam Park is a major public park and recreational area located in the B-Zone area of Durgapur, Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal. Developed as part of the Durgapur Steel Township, it features a large lake, landscaped gardens, boating facilities and children's attractions. It is a popular leisure spot for residents and visitors for morning walks, family outings and picnics within the planned industrial city.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large landscaped urban park centered around a lake with pedal boating facilities. The park has paved walking paths, lawns, flower beds, children's play areas, a toy train circuit and seating areas. Surroundings are green and maintained as part of the Durgapur Steel Township. Visitors can explore garden areas, enjoy boating on the lake, use children's rides and relax in open spaces suitable for photography and leisurely walks.
Key highlights
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Large lake with pedal boating facility
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Toy train ride for children and adults
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Landscaped gardens and lawns with walking paths
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Children's play area with swings and rides
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Musical fountain and well-maintained green spaces for picnics
History of Kumaramangalam Park
The park is named after Mohan Kumaramangalam, former Union Minister for Steel and Mines, associated with the development of Durgapur Steel Plant and the planned steel township in the 1950s-1960s. It was developed as a recreational green space for the township residents during the growth of Durgapur as an industrial city.
Culture & Context
The park serves as a key community recreational and leisure hub for Durgapur residents, hosting family outings, picnics and local gatherings, and is regarded as one of the main green spaces of the steel city.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport at Andal, about 15-20 km from Durgapur; Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is about 170 km away |
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