Delhi Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday unveiled restored heritage structures at Sanjay Van, developed by Delhi Development Authority (DDA), as part of his sustained efforts to restore and preserve Delhi's rich heritage.
Two historic structures and a well have been restored at its original glory. In one of the historic structure, a water cascade has been installed. The restoration work has been done without disturbing the natural setting, DDA said.
MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, area MLA Gajainder Singh Yadav and Vice Chairman DDA Vijay Kumar Singh were also present. When Saxena first visited Sanjay Van in May 2023, this site was a decrepit and deplorable location of crumbling heritage structures surrounded by overgrowth of vegetation, dirt and garbage. Years of neglect had hidden the jewels here, threatening them to be forgotten from the pages of history.
He ensured that conservation of historic structures, environmental upgradation works and restoration of the site were initiated in a mission mode. Various decayed heritage structures have been restored to their pristine historic glory and the site has been transformed into a remarkable public green space under his direct supervision.
Speaking at the occasion, Saxena said, "We are making all efforts to revive and restore heritage sites and handing them over to the people of Delhi so that they become their stakeholder guardians."
He further said holistic development is being undertaken for the people of Delhi as part of government's vision to provide ease of living to the residents.