Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, virtually inaugurated the world's tallest bamboo tower in Bemetra, Chhattisgarh, on World Bamboo Day. The 140-foot-tall structure, weighing 7,400 kilograms, was constructed by Bhavya Srishti Udyog in Kathiya village at an estimated cost of Rs. 11 lakh. Modeled after the Eiffel Tower, the tower was designed by Ganesh Verma, founder of Bhavya Srishti Udyog and an expert in bamboo technology.

The virtual event was also attended by Dr. Raman Singh, Speaker of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly, along with MP Shri Vijay Baghel, MLA Shri Deepesh Sahu, and MLA Shri Ishwar Sahu. Gadkari praised the company for its continuous research on bamboo and the innovative use of the material. He highlighted the tower’s lightweight structure and a projected lifespan of over 25 years, suggesting its potential applications as a watchtower, telecom tower, or even a radio transmission tower.

Gadkari also urged the Chhattisgarh government to promote bamboo-based industries to benefit the state's tribal population. He proposed establishing design centres to create utility-based bamboo products, emphasising the potential for boosting exports of locally made goods. Dr. Raman Singh shared the sentiment, stating that the bamboo tower has added to Chhattisgarh's prestige and lauded Bhavya Srishti Udyog for their remarkable achievement.

Ganesh Verma revealed that the company’s products have been recognised by major institutions such as the National Automotive Test Tracks, Indian Railways, and the Indian Roads Congress. He also announced that the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will soon begin pilot projects to install bamboo crash barriers in 25 states, aiming to provide both economic and environmental benefits to farmers and rural communities.