About Nehru Van Udyan
Nehru Van Udyan is a public forest park located in Roing, headquarters of Lower Dibang Valley district in Arunachal Pradesh. Situated on the banks of the Deopani River, it features landscaped gardens, an orchid house, cactus house and children's play area. Maintained as a recreational and botanical space, it offers shaded walks, picnic spots and river views, serving as a popular leisure destination for residents and visitors to Roing.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a well-maintained green park with landscaped lawns, tree-lined walkways and shaded seating areas along the Deopani River. The park contains an orchid house and cactus house displaying local plant varieties, a children's play area, and open spaces for picnics and leisurely walks. The setting is calm and forested, suitable for sightseeing, photography and family outings.
Key highlights
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Forest park located on the banks of the Deopani River in Roing
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Orchid house displaying native orchid varieties
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Cactus house with collection of cacti and succulents
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Children's play area and landscaped gardens
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Shaded picnic spots and nature walks
History of Nehru Van Udyan
Named after Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister, the park was developed by the forest department as a recreational van udyan to provide green space for Roing and to showcase local flora including orchids and cacti.
Culture & Context
Serves as a key community recreational and picnic destination for residents of Roing and Lower Dibang Valley, reflecting local appreciation for nature and botanical diversity.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Tezu Airport about 35 km away; the nearest major airport is Dibrugarh Airport (Mohanbari) about 150 km away, then by road to Roing. |
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| By train |