To mark the 75th Independence Day, the Delhi Government has decided to illuminate five major historical monuments with Tricolour lights. These five major monuments are — Birji Khan's Tomb in RK Puram, Baradari Qudsia Bagh, Bara Lao Ka Gumbad at Vasant Udhyan, Gol Gumbaz near Lodhi Flyover abd Tomb of Paik at Mukarba Chowk.
Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Monday reviewed 71 monuments being maintained by the State Government.
After the review meeting, Sisodia decided to visit these historical sites to review the conservation and maintenance work in progress. "The Delhi Government is working on restoration of these monuments and will organise various cultural events around them to celebrate their historical importance and spread awareness about them," he said.
During the meeting, Sisodia was informed that the Delhi Government has expedited the conservation work of Dara Shikoh Library and Baradari Qudsia Bagh. Dara Shikoh's library is located in the campus of Ambedkar University at Kashmere Gate. It was in a dilapidated condition for years due to lack of maintenance.
As the library is located in close proximity to the Yamuna, the issue of dampness in the building was always reported here. The work of preserving and reviving this building of historical importance has been given priority and expedited.
The work of preserving the Qudsia Bagh has also been undertaken by the Government. It has not only done the maintenance of the buildings here, but has also given a new look to the garden.
These monuments will soon get a state-of-art museum each, said a senior official.
Delhi's famous Malcha Mahal will also be getting a makeover soon. The Government is planning to restore this popular monument and highlight its historical importance. “Along with this, the Government is already in the process of restoring the monument Azimganj Serai, located in Sunder Nagar and Phase 1 of restoration has already been completed. "Very soon we will begin the work on Phase 2," said Sisodia.
The Deputy Chief Minister said the historical monuments in the national Capital symbolise country's evolution over period of time. “They have been caused much damage due to neglect. This will help generations to understand our history in a better way,” he said.