The S K Patil Udyan at Maharshi Karve Road between Charni Road and Marine Lines, had a sole (pun intended) stirring moment on Tuesday evening. The garden, closed for an upgrade for more than eight months, opened its gates to the public. People can now use the walking path inside.

"This, though, is not the final inauguration" cautioned BJP corporator Rita Makwana, adding, "work is ongoing. The walking track is complete so we have opened it to the locals. Finishing touches are still to be given to certain parts and a formal opening is slated for May end after election results."