Mahatma Gandhi Statue, Puducherry

The Mahatma Gandhi Statue is a prominent bronze monument located on Goubert Avenue along the Puducherry Promenade Beach in White Town, Puducherry. Standing about 12 feet tall and surrounded by eight granite pillars, it was sculpted by renowned artist Roy Choudhury and unveiled in 1965. Positioned facing the Bay of Bengal, it is one of the largest Gandhi statues in India and a central landmark of the city's beachfront heritage area.

Visitors can expect an open, paved beachfront promenade setting facing the Bay of Bengal. The 12-foot bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi stands on a pedestal surrounded by eight tall granite pillars, set back from the sea wall. The area is pedestrian-friendly, with sea views, seating along the promenade, street lighting, and evening illumination of the statue. It is a popular spot for sightseeing, photography and leisurely walks along Beach Road.