India News | Delhi LG Assures Full Support to Speaker for Developing Assembly into National Heritage Site
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta met Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena on Friday to present a vision for developing the Assembly into a national heritage site and vibrant cultural hub.
New Delhi, Jul 25 (PTI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta met Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena on Friday to present a vision for developing the Assembly into a national heritage site and vibrant cultural hub.
According to an official statement, the LG assured full support to Gupta for the initiative and appreciated his proposal to preserve the Assembly's legacy while enhancing public engagement.
A high-level meeting will soon be convened to plan the roadmap and ensure coordinated implementation, the statement said.
Saxena also expressed interest in visiting the Assembly premises to review the project and interact with officials.
Gupta briefed the LG on the ongoing efforts to highlight the historical importance of the Assembly, including plans for dedicated exhibits, archival displays and interactive digital galleries to educate visitors on its legislative journey from pre to post-Independence India.
"The Delhi Legislative Assembly stands as a proud symbol of our democratic journey. It is our duty to preserve its legacy and make it accessible to the people of India," Gupta said.
The Speaker also informed the LG about a proposed landscaping project aimed at turning the Vidhan Sabha into a scenic and eco-conscious public space. The initiative will promote environmental awareness and set a benchmark for green governance buildings, the statement said.
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