The Sabarmati Riverfront Development (SRFD) created nearly a million square meters of much needed meaningful public space for Ahmedabad. The Daffnala Riverfront Park is a part of this comprehensive idea and is situated along the Eastern bank of the Sabarmati River near the Daffnala neighborhood. Â
The project is primarily a children’s park. A floor fountain and children’s play area form the core of the park design. Around these, two planter seating areas and a green stretch of soft landscaping accommodate people seeking more relaxing activities. A series of covered seating spaces facing the river dot the park along the riverbank and provide a pleasant setting for visitors to enjoy the view – especially at dusk and dawn. The park provides public facilities such as toilets, kiosks for vending, and parking for cars and two-wheelers with smooth access from the abutting road.Â
Since its opening in 2019, the park has contributed towards enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Ahmedabad across socio-economic strata. The Riverfront Park at Daffnala is an example of how riverfront projects can generate a public realm that is truly public and barrier-free.Â
Daffnala, Ahmedabad
Start Year: 2016
The Sabarmati Riverfront Development (SRFD) created nearly a million square meters of much needed meaningful public space for Ahmedabad. The Daffnala Riverfront Park is a part of this comprehensive idea and is situated along the Eastern bank of the Sabarmati River near the Daffnala neighborhood. Â
The project is primarily a children’s park. A floor fountain and children’s play area form the core of the park design. Around these, two planter seating areas and a green stretch of soft landscaping accommodate people seeking more relaxing activities. A series of covered seating spaces facing the river dot the park along the riverbank and provide a pleasant setting for visitors to enjoy the view – especially at dusk and dawn. The park provides public facilities such as toilets, kiosks for vending, and parking for cars and two-wheelers with smooth access from the abutting road.Â
Since its opening in 2019, the park has contributed towards enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Ahmedabad across socio-economic strata. The Riverfront Park at Daffnala is an example of how riverfront projects can generate a public realm that is truly public and barrier-free.Â