Japan K Pathak, Ahmedabad: If all go as per the plans, Sabarmati Riverfront will see development of Riverside Savouries between Vivekanand bridge and Nehru bridge in near future. Sabarmati Riverfront Development Corporation Ltd (SRFDCL) has identified a land parcel of area about 27000 (Twenty-Seven Thousand) square meter with proposed Footprint admeasuring about 6300 (Six Thousand Three Hundred) square metres opposite to B J Park, along the West bank of riverfront to develop Riverside Savouries.

Spanning approximately 7 acres, the district will feature high-end food arcades showcasing Indian and global cuisines at signature restaurants with luxury indoor seating and expansive outdoor dining areas as shaded terraces overlooking Sabarmati river that offer views of the river.

Outdoor spaces will be designed to enhance the riverside experience with terraces having ambient lighting, lush landscaping, and interactive water features. The proposed district will also host versatile event grounds for cultural festivals, live performances, and food events.Architecturally, the project will embody contemporary design principles Buildings will have energy-efficient systems, including advanced HVAC and lighting solutions.

 

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SRFDCL believes that proposed Riverside Savouries will foster economic growth by creating job opportunities and stimulating local businesses. It will also enhance public space with improved amenities and connectivity to B.J. Park as the project also involves the work of reconstruction of riverfront road between Nehru bridge and Ellis bridge through the excavation and levelling of the riverfront road to construct a tunnel facilitating vehicular movement and integrating basement parking to support restaurants (riverside savouries) above.

This project includes detailed geotechnical investigations, excavation, and soil stabilization to ensure structural integrity and safety. The construction will involve the use of advanced tunnelling techniques to minimize disruption to surrounding infrastructure, followed by the installation of ventilation, lighting, and drainage systems within the tunnel. The basement parking will be designed to optimize space and provide seamless connectivity to the proposed restaurants. The work also includes structural support for the above-ground development, integration of entry and exit ways, and ensuring compliance with relevant safety and environmental standards. Coordination with traffic management authorities to mitigate construction impact and ensure efficient vehicular flow post-completion will be a critical component of the scope.

The permissible height of the building/ developments shall be about 20 meters. The development on the specified Footprint area is restricted for construction of mixed-use recreational development (mix of restaurants, food courts, entertainment and game zone only) having built-up area of about 18,900 (Eighteen Thousand Nine Hundred) square metres.

The Footprint area shall be allotted to the successful bidder on annual lease rent basis for a period of 25 years from the date of agreement and the lease may be renewable/ extendable for further 5 (five) years on mutual agreed terms subject to the approval of the Authority. The annual lease rent shall be subject to an escalation of 3% per annum, compounded annually, effective from the second year of the lease period. This increment will be calculated based on the lease rent applicable in the preceding year.

These details are mentioned in the Tender document. SRFDCL has invited bids for the project on Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) basis. Bids will open in the second week of March 2025. DeshGujarat