SINGAPORE – Dhoby Ghaut is set to get a new park, which will incorporate the existing Istana Park, Dhoby Ghaut Green and Penang Road Open Space, as well as a 500m-long section of Orchard Road that will be pedestrianised. Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan, who attended the event, said the rejuvenated area will have three sections – an Orchid Park and Orchid Plaza, Istana Park, as well as Dhoby Ghaut Green. In a media release, the National Parks Board (NParks) said that the Orchid Park and Orchid Plaza are envisioned as spaces planted with a diverse range of orchid species and hybrids. NParks said that there could also be new indoor attractions at the Istana Park, such as galleries to showcase Singapore's multicultural heritage and also "enhance the horticultural experience for visitors". The Orchard Road Rejuvenation Plan was in 2019 revealed by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and NParks.