NBCC is undertaking the development of the Maharana Pratap Tourist Circuit at Haldighati, Rajasthan, under an estimated sanctioned project cost of ₹168.39 crore, excluding GST. Located approximately an hour from Udaipur, the proposed circuit is intended to strengthen the area’s historical tourism infrastructure and commemorate Maharana Pratap, with a focus on the Battle of Haldighati.
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Under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, and the Rajasthan Heritage Authority, NBCC will handle the planning, design, execution, operation and maintenance of identified works within the agreed project scope. The source does not specify a completion date.
Proposed statue, museum and visitor facilities
A major proposed feature is a statue of Maharana Pratap described in the project announcement as the world’s tallest. The development is also planned to include a historical museum depicting the warrior riding Chetak, his iconic horse. The “world’s tallest” description is a project claim and has not been independently verified for this report.Also Read: Appointments
The plans also include a topographical projection show at the Haldighati Memorial. It is intended to present the significance and events of the Battle of Haldighati through an immersive visual experience. Other identified heritage locations included in the circuit are also slated for upgrading and development.
Project management fee and local tourism aims
The Project Management Consultancy fee is set at 4.25% of the project cost, excluding GST, with GST at 18% applicable to the fee. Any contingency requirements, if applicable, are to be submitted separately during preparation of the Detailed Project Report. The announcement does not provide a separate contingency amount.
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The project aims to combine heritage preservation with tourism infrastructure, interpretation facilities and visitor amenities. NBCC says the displays and presentation methods are intended to help visitors, particularly younger people, learn about Maharana Pratap’s life, leadership and contribution to Indian history.
NBCC is expected to bring project-management and multidisciplinary expertise to the initiative. The stated development priorities include quality, sustainability, preservation of the area’s heritage character and an improved visitor experience. The source does not provide further details on the design, construction schedule or operating arrangements.
The project is intended to raise Haldighati’s profile as a heritage and tourism destination, draw visitors from India and abroad, and support local economic activity, tourism-related employment and regional development. These are stated aims; the announcement does not quantify expected visitor numbers, jobs or economic impact.
