'Wild wonders in scrap: A sneak peek inside Noida’s Jungle Trail park' (see pics)

Noida’s Jungle Trail is set for a trial run on June 25, with an official opening expected in early July. Final touches like gate installation, painting, and cafeteria setup are ongoing.

Part of the Noida Authority’s waste-to-wonder initiative, the park showcases creative reuse of scrap materials, aligning with the Swachh Bharat Mission to promote sustainability and innovation.

Spread across 20 acres, the park is designed to attract visitors from Noida, Delhi, Greater Noida, and Faridabad. Its scale and concept are expected to boost eco-tourism in the region.

Developed under a PPP model, the park is a joint venture between Noida Authority and Z-Tech, a company known for similar eco-projects in Lucknow like UP Darshan Park and Happiness Park.

The Jungle Trail is divided into four themed zones, offering a global wildlife journey with over 700 sculptures of animals from six continents, including tigers, elephants, and exotic birds.

The park will offer a unique night jungle safari, where illuminated sculptures and ambient lighting create a magical and realistic forest atmosphere, enhancing the visitor experience.

Nearly 500 tonnes of metal waste, including nuts, bolts, rods, and chains, have been repurposed into life-size sculptures, gazebos, furniture, and lighting fixtures throughout the park.

Family-friendly cafeteria and recreational spaces are being set up to enhance visitor experience, with rest areas and interactive elements for kids and adults alike.