A meeting of officers of Delhi Development Authority (DDA), Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) and North Municipal Corporation of Delhi (NMCD) held at Raj Niwas on Wednesday to discuss the re-development of Sheesh Mahal and adjoining green areas at District Park, Shalimar Bagh to address the problem of stray cattle in the area.
The meeting was chaired by Lieutenant Governor of Delhi.
After getting a feedback on the work done post the earlier meeting held on August 28, he gave the following directions:
- PC(LS)/DDA should intimate that DG (Resettlement) has been contacted and security through ex-servicemen is expected to be in place by the end of November.
- Work for boundary wall should be expedited and wicket gates provided as per the landscape plan.
- Adequate mechanism should be devised by the DDA for utilisation of produce from fruit trees exploring all options feasible in tune with public awareness and educational values, proper facilities like seating / toilets etc. be provided.
On the occasion, INTACH gave a presentation on historical structures on site and suggested removal of wall built by ASI around main Sheesh Mahal monument for proper integration boards to be placed to provide information to public regarding historical value of sites/monuments.
The LG expressed his desire for adequate parking facility on site in accordance with the requirement. Regarding encroachment on land under ASI possession, he directed VC/DDA to convene a meeting with DG/ASI and sort out the issue.
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