03/07/2025
India’s 1st Disneyland will be open in Gurgaon. Landmark move to boost tourism and drive economic growth, the Haryana government has announced plans to develop a world-class Disneyland over 500 acres near Panchgaon Chowk in the Manesar region of Gurugram.
The project, unveiled by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini following discussions with Union Culture & Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, is expected to generate employment for thousands of residents . Strategic Location & Connectivity The 500-acre site has been strategically chosen due to its excellent connectivity, thanks to proximity to the Kundli–Manesar–Palwal (KMP) Expressway and the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor, making it ideal for regional and international visitors Economic & Employment Impact Officials say the Disneyland park will invigorate Haryana’s economy, adding a new dimension to the NCR tourism landscape.
“This project will do more than entertain—it will generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs in sectors ranging from hospitality to retail and logistics,” CM Saini remarked Boost to Cultural Tourism In addition to the theme park, the state government plans to enhance cultural tourism by organizing three annual fairs at Surajkund—namely a Diwali fair, a book fair, and the traditional international crafts fair.
These initiatives aim to elevate Haryana’s cultural profile on the global stage Approval & Next Steps Reports suggest that the project has received approval from the central government, making it the first of its kind in India.
CM Saini expressed gratitude to the Union Minister and the Centre for their support, and indicated that the government is moving swiftly toward formal land allotment and finalizing infrastructure plans Significance for the Region No official Disneyland currently exists in India.
If realized, this park would stand alongside the six Disneyland resorts worldwide (Anaheim, Florida, Paris, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong), establishing Haryana as a pioneering entertainment hub in South Asia