The world's tallest statue is nearing completion in India. It is designed to be a 182m (600ft) high tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a hero in India's independence struggle, in Gujarat state.

The "statue of unity" has been billed as a tourist attraction. India has unveiled the world's tallest statue, which cost 29.9bn rupees (£330m; $430m) to build. The 182m (600ft) high structure in ...

Currently, Patna holds the record for tallest statue of Mahatma Gandhi in India, which is 72 feet and made of bronze. The one in Hyderabad will surpass it. Local authorities have collaborated with ...