Botanic Garden of Indian Republic — Attraction in Dadri

Botanic Garden of Indian Republic (BGIR) was established by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Govt. of India primarily for ex-situ conservation of endemic and threatened plants of the country alongwith related scientific research, environmental education, training, awareness and recreation purposes in accordance with the requirement of 1st Convention on Biological Diversity held at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil during 'Earth Summit' in 1992. The total land area of the garden is 163.79 acre. At present, more than 10,500 individuals of about 900 plant species brought from 23 states of the country have been conserved in different sections/areas like Economic Plant, Green Belt/Woodland, Fruit, Medicinal Plant, Cactus & Succulents, Nurseries and Water bodies. The seeds of 269 plant species including Geodorum appendiculatum Griff. endemic to Assam and Andaman are conserved in Seed Bank. In water bodies of the garden, the Victoria amazonica (Poepp.) J.C. Sowerby, Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. and 5 different species of Nymphaea L. which flowers 5 different coloured flowers i.e. Red, Blue, Purple, White, and Yellow as well as a 'Map of India' (size length 83 ft and width 75 ft) made by live plants, lush green carpet grass and endemic and threatened plants of the country are main attraction to the visitors like students, researchers, scientists and nature lovers. Ceratopteris thalictroides (L.) Brongniart a Fern naturally grew in this garden. Not only this, the congenial condition may have been developed by the plantation/enrichment with the flora of the country, naturally, so many fauna are also attracted, harbouring and multiplying which need to be inventorised.

Main Address: BOTANIC GARDEN OF INDIAN REPUBLIC Botanical Survey of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Govt. of India, Capt. Viijyant Thapar Marg, Sector 38A NOIDA, GAUTAM BUDH NAGAR Uttar Pradesh...

Botanic Garden of Indian Republic (BGIR) was established by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Govt. of India on a land offered by the New Okhla Industrial Development Authority, Noida, Gautam Budh Nagar, U.P. measuring 164.85 acres, which would serve as a nodal centre for conservation research and environmental education/awareness. in Sector– 38A on 19.03.1997, which became functional since April, 2002. It also aspires to develop into one of the most uniquely landscaped botanic garden of modern times and as a centre of excellence for conservation, research and training. The garden maintains a herbarium under the name ‘BGIR’ and at present it houses more than 1,500 specimens of angiosperms collected from NCR and BGIR. It is situated in between 26°28′ to 29°30′ N latitudes and 91°30′ to 97°30′East longitude along the bank of river Yamuna with predominantly sandy soil. Presently the garden has ca. 350 species (introduced), which include herbs, shrubs, trees including medicinal plants collected from differentparts of India. There are over 5000 numbers of trees in woodland and other arboreta. 26 threatened and endemic species are presently introduced in the garden for conservation. Interestingly of these Hildegardia populifolia(Roxb.)Schott.&Endl.critically endangered species of which only 18 trees are left in the wild is well preserved in BGIR with more than 15 individuals.

BGIR aspires to be developed into one of the most uniquely landscaped botanic gardens of international repute with the following objectives:

Ex-situ conservation and propagation of endemic/threatened plants of the country.

To serve as a centre of excellence for conservation research and training.

To build public awareness through education on plant diversity and...

The Botanical Garden in Noida is a vast expanse of lush green garden packed with a plethora of most exclusive plants in the country. The garden perfectly epitomises Mother Nature in its best form with the serene surroundings and rare species of plants and flowers. This beautiful garden started in the year 2002, houses a primitive plant called Psilotum Nudum meaning 'bare naked' in Latin. It is said to be a descendant of probably one of the first group of vascular plants found 400 million years ago. The Botanical Garden is set by the Botanical Survey of India under the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India to conserve the endangered plants of India and showcase the threatened plant diversity. A paradise for nature lovers, Noida's Botanical Garden aims at preserving natural and environmental beauty. The place is a must on your Noida itinerary if you are a nature enthusiast.

The vast expanse of Botanical Garden houses a plethora of plants, flowers and vegetation which are a sight to sore eyes. Here, you can enjoy the presence of a relic growing here namely Equisetum Hyemale or Horsetail dated over 145 million years ago during Jurassic or Dinosaur era. Green roses, 250 varieties of medicinal plants and vast fruit section are some other plants the garden boasts of. A jogging track encircles the perimeter of the garden making it a favourite spot among early risers for a quick morning exercise routine. The Botanical Garden is a perfect place to visit with family and friends for a short outing, jogging and...