Aug 9, 2023
Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday inaugurated the Shaheedi Park, set up by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi over 4.5 acres of land, where artefacts give a glimpse of ancient, mediaeval and modern Indian history.
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The park has been prepared by 10 artists and around 700 artisans over six months under the ‘Waste to Art’ theme. Around 250 tonnes of scrap has been used for setting up the park.
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The park was developed at Shaheedi Park, ITO under the ‘Waste to Art’ initiative by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi. The sculptures have been made from scrap such as old trucks, cars, electric poles, pipes, angle iron and rickshaws etc. collected by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.
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Shaheedi Park is dedicated to the national heroes of India and it showcases the famous personalities who laid down their lives for the independence and sovereignty of the country in different periods.
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The park is spread over an area of 4.5 acres and comprises a wide variety of attractions that showcase our rich historical and cultural heritage.
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It houses beautiful motifs, monuments and installations that commemorate important events, prominent individuals and historical periods that shaped our country.
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Emphasising the cultural significance of the park, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said, “The manner in which the history and the culture of our country has been exhibited so beautifully with the concept of ‘Waste to Art,’ made up from waste materials, is truly remarkable.”
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CM Kejriwal said that just as people visiting Chandigarh must see Rock Garden, similarly Shaheedi Park will also give a new identity to National Capital Delhi and people will come to see Shahidi Park as they visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid. CM also said that the theme of the park is so inspiring that school children of Delhi will be brought to this park. It will install the spirit of patriotism amongst them. He suggested that entry may be made free for school children.
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LG Vinai Kumar Saxena said that he felt proud to be at the Shaheedi Park. On this occasion, he thanked the Government of India, by whom this park has been constructed and developed with a budget of Rs 15 crores.
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