Question : RENOVATION OF BALLARD BUNDER GATE



(a) whether Ballard Bunder Gate of Mumbai Naval Dockyard is being reshaped/renovated;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether it will be opened for the public;

(d) if so, the details thereof; and

(e) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI PRANAB MUKHERJEE)

(a) & (b): No, Sir. Only the area surrounding the Gate is being cleared.

(c) to (e): In view of the heritage status of the Ballard Bunder Gate, limited access for its public viewing will be permitted, with prior security clearance.