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Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has pledged full support to develop the Delhi Legislative Assembly into a national heritage site. The move follows Speaker Vijender Gupta's proposal to transform the 1912-built structure into a cultural landmark. Shekhawat confirmed collaboration in a letter, calling the initiative timely and significant. The Ministry will soon assess the project with senior officials.

Key Points: Shekhawat Pledges Support for Delhi Assembly Heritage Makeover

  • Shekhawat supports Delhi Assembly's heritage hub proposal
  • 1912-built structure to be a national landmark
  • Follows Speaker Gupta's formal request in May
  • Ministry to assist with project assessment
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Union Tourism Minister vows support for Delhi Assembly's heritage makeover

Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat vows to transform Delhi Legislative Assembly into a national heritage site.

"We look forward to working in close collaboration to preserve this historical edifice - Gajendra Singh Shekhawat"

New Delhi, June 20

In a significant step towards preserving Delhi’s architectural legacy, Union Minister of Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has vowed support for an initiative to develop the Delhi Legislative Assembly into a Living Heritage Site of national importance, an official said on Friday.

In a letter addressed to Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta, Union Minister Shekhawat said: “We look forward to working in close collaboration with your office to preserve this historical edifice and unlock its full cultural potential for the people of Delhi and the nation.”

In his letter dated June 17, the Union Minister said: “The Delhi Assembly Building is a significant landmark that not only represents the rich political legacy of our nation but also stands as an enduring symbol of architectural and historical value. Your proposal to develop the campus as a vibrant heritage hub is both timely and appropriate.”

The correspondence between the Speaker and the Union Minister follows their meeting held on June 3 to discuss ongoing developmental initiatives.

During the talks, the Speaker had sought the Ministry’s cooperation in transforming the Assembly campus into a nationally recognised heritage site.

Speaker Gupta had formally written to Shekhawat on May 13, proposing the development of the Delhi Assembly Building -- an iconic structure constructed in 1912 -- as a heritage hub.

The letter also included a request for the Ministry’s support in preparing a comprehensive project report for the same, said an official statement.

Subsequently, encouraging progress was made during a follow-up meeting under the chairmanship of Secretary of the Ministry of Culture and the Delhi Legislative Assembly Secretariat on May 23, which marked a significant step forward in the collaboration.

Shekhawat has now assured all possible assistance from the Ministry and is expected to visit the Delhi Assembly shortly, along with senior officials, to assess the project and provide the necessary support to realise this visionary initiative, said the statement.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Finally some good news for Delhi's heritage! The Assembly building is such an iconic structure - visited it during my school trip years ago. Hope they maintain the original architecture while adding modern facilities. 🙏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the heritage focus, I hope they don't turn this into another VIP zone with restricted access. Our historical sites should remain accessible to common citizens, not just elites and foreign tourists.
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Amit S.
Great initiative! Delhi has so much history that often gets neglected. Maybe they can include interactive exhibits about India's freedom struggle and Constitution making - would be educational for younger generations.
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Neha T.
Hope they allocate proper budget for maintenance. So many heritage projects in Delhi start with big announcements but then suffer due to poor upkeep. The Red Fort light show is a good example of doing it right!
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Vikram J.
As someone who works in architecture, I'm curious to see how they'll balance heritage conservation with modern functionality. The 1912 structure has beautiful Indo-Saracenic elements that must be preserved at all costs.
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Sunita R.
Good step, but I hope they involve local historians and conservation experts rather than just politicians in decision making. Heritage projects need specialized knowledge, not just political will.

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