Berhampur, Jan 4: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today inaugurated the much-awaited Ramalingeswar Park in Berhampur city through video conferencing.

The park, spread over an area of 8.783-acres of land, has been constructed at a cost Rs 12.52 crore.

It includes an aesthetically designed garden, facilities for recreation activities and six watch towers for city view.

This park will be a landmark entertainment and recreation facility in the city, the Chief Minister said dedicating the park for public.

A 35-foot high statue of Lord Shiva in yogic mudra erected in the centre of a pond in the park with fountains is its centre of attraction.