Ahmedabad News Roundup | Railway station to get a ₹2,400 Cr facelift, weather report & more

From Ahmedabad Airport being conferred with the Environmental Excellence Award 2023 to today's weather prediction, read to know the latest updates from the city with this Ahmedabad News Roundup.

The Ahmedabad Railway Station is all set to undergo a massive makeover on the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) model. According to current reports, the design of the new-look station building will be based on the Modhera Sun Temple. There will also be elements of other historical monuments of the city like the Jhulta Minar.

Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA) has clinched the Environmental Excellence Award at the 23rd Greentech Environment Awards 2023. This award recognizes Ahmedabad Airport's efforts in recycling waste, reducing greenhouse emissions, energy-efficient practices, and water management.

According to a new study by Gujarat University researchers, Ahmedabad's wetlands and lakes have been degrading in quality and disappearing at a concerning rate. The study has identified a multitude of factors for this state of affairs, including the construction of roads and properties. Almost 50% of all wetlands in the city have shrunk in the past 23 years, the study revealed.

The weather in Ahmedabad is expected to stay sunny and pleasant throughout the day, with maximum temperature hovering around 27°C. During the night, the sky is expected to stay clear, and the nighttime temperature will drop as low as 17°C.

The Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad is one of the go-to chilling spots for the residents. And the place is all set to get even more entertaining with the addition of a new entertainment hub, featuring roller coaster rides, adventure sports, and a special zone for VR games.