Delhi’s 1,459 heritage assets face ‘severe threat’, master plan calls for stronger conservation
Delhi's Master Plan 2047 identifies 1,459 heritage assets facing significant threats. The plan emphasizes enhanced conservation and regular monitoring of these historical sites. Local bodies will establish heritage cells for management and promotion of cultural activities. Adaptive reuse of historic structures is encouraged to prevent degradation and loss. The plan aims to preserve Delhi's rich…
Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal announced the notification of Delhi's Master Plan for 2047, asserting that the "triple engine sarkar" in Delhi would bolster its implementation. The BJP's dominance at the national, state, and municipal levels, he explained, represented a rare opportunity for seamless collaboration.
Lal acknowledged the common challenges faced by varying authorities, but emphasized the newfound unity and shared vision among the Centre, state, and Delhi government. The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) had recently highlighted implementation issues in the previous Master Plan 2021, recommending periodic monitoring. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs informed that the new plan for the NCR is set to extend to 2047, aligning with India's centennial year.
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