Delhi’s heritage is rich, ranging from the imposing citadels like Tuglaqabad Our Heritage THE GLOBAL TIMES | MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2013 and Purana Qila, to the carved mosques and tombs like the 17th century 6 Jama Masjid, or the superbly painted Jamali Kamali. Muse Editorial Aakanksha Singh, Amity School of Communication Celebrating heritage Delhi: an ethnic hub

It is not the honour that you Ever wondered what makes Delhi a multicultural hub? Well it’s the people take with you but the heritage you leave behind. who have flocked to the city bringing their unique culture and traditions Branch Rickey Aanvi Sharma, AIS Vas 6, IX A Okhla Vihar. Locally known as ‘mini It gives me immense pride and Chandni Chowk’, Batla House bazaar Dr Amita Chauhan happiness to be born in this elhi is known as a city of rich, is famous for its all-night henna stalls, Chairperson wonderful nation which boasts diverse cultures and tradi- and shops specializing in Lucknow of a beautiful tapestry of myr- Dtions. The reason for the same chikan and Pakistani suits. Zakir iad of intricately woven threads. Here everyday is that it has always readily welcomed Nagar is famous for its tantalizing is a celebration of culture, traditions and festi- influx of people of differ- street-side kebabs, biryanis and nihari. vals. India is one of the oldest civilizations of ent ethnicities from every the world and is surging ahead to become one of nook and corner of India Derawal Nagar: It is a colony in North the greatest economies of the world, still it has and beyond. No wonder Delhi comprising residents of Derawal its roots running deep. the capital is home to ethnic group. Originally native of the A rich cultural heritage is the bedrock which many colonies and societies set up by Derajat region (Pakistan), these indi- provides a strong edifice for the modern society. individual ethnic groups. Each group viduals are mostly Hindus who estab- We at Amity offer a unique and beautiful blend has brought with them their unique lished the colony after partition in of the east and west. The guiding principle of culture, traditions and festivals, mak- 1947. There are number of Derawals Amity “Where modernity blends with tradition” ing Delhi a mixed bag and a multicul- living in Vijay Nagar, Ashok Nagar, also echoes the same sentiment. It is an indica- tural hub. Here’s taking a look at many Mukherjee Nagar and Gurgaon. tor of the rich Indian treasure trove of culture, religious ethnic enclaves of the Capi- mous for Bengali cuisines, mishti dahi, Jamia Nagar: Jamia Nagar, a pre- comprising ethics, values and ideals. tal- fish markets etc. dominantly Muslim area is amongst Majnu ka Tila: It’s a Tibetan refugee It is our constant endeavour at Amity to accus- the known middle class neigbourhoods colony established around 1960 when tom the students with their roots, culture, tradi- Chittaranjan Park: The colony is Tilak Nagar: A suburban area in West of South Delhi. With time, the area has many Tibetans fled to India to escape tions and their heritage. Innumerable activities home to the largest Bengali commu- Delhi, it essentially consists of ‘Pishori gradually evolved as a sanctuary for the Chinese colonisation. Located a like heritage walks, daily morning prayers, ex- nity in Delhi. It was established in Sikhs’ ‘Rawalpindi Sikhs’ (post inde- Muslims seeking better education and rickshaw ride away from University of hibitions, heritage quiz, numerous programs and 1960’s under the name East Pakistan pendence migrants from Rawalpindi employment prospects, courtesy its Delhi (North Campus), the place is fa- days devoted in honour of Indian states are few Displaced Person’s (EPOP) colony, and Peshawar, present Pakistan) and proximity to renowned Jamia Millia mous for its inexpensive restaurants ways through which Amitians celebrates the na- but was renamed after Deshbandhu ‘Punjabi Hindus’. The hunt for items Islamia University. The area conjoins offering authentic Tibetan food, curio tion’s rich heritage. Celebrations like these not Chittaranjan Das in 1980’s. The area is essential for a Punjabi marriage rituals many Muslim colonies such as Batla shops and trinket hawkers. Popularly only help to keep traditions alive in heart of hub to temples, cultural centres and like chura, pagri, kangna, lawan suit, House, , Ghaffar Manzil, Zakir Nagar, known as Delhi’s mini Tibet, it is fre- every Amitian but also brings them closer to Kolkata styled street food stalls fa- currency garlands, etc ends here. Abul Fazal Enclave, Johri Farm and quented by tourists galore. G T their motherland. I urge all Amitians to truly internalize, celebrate, cheer and value the sense of belongingness, identity and pride that encompasses our nation’s rich heritage. G T Origin of Chandigarh Save Tomorrow Chandigarh, the first planned city of the post independence era is known for its If we really wish to put an end architecture and urban look. But how did the city come into existence? Let’s find out to our ongoing international and social problems we must Surudhip Raam, AIS Vas 1, X A ture”. The master plan for the city was eventually declare Earth and developed by American architect Al- all of its resources as the com- rior to the partition of India, La- bert Mayer and a Polish architect mon heritage of all the world's hore was the capital city of undi- Mathew Nowicki. Later Le Corbusier, people...... Pvided Punjab. But, after the a French architect took charge of the Vira Sharma Jacque Fresco partition, when Lahore went to Pak- project and decided to give the city a Managing Editor We live in the present that is istan, Punjab (East) was left without modern look with unique architecture surrounded by a past, handed any capital. Also there was a rising con- and urban design keeping to us by our ancestors. Many years later, we cern to settle thousands of refugees in mind factors like envi- shall pass a heritage to the next generation. coming from West Punjab to East Pun- ronment, travel and Hence, all the talk and walk around Heritage, jab after partition. These factors gave tourism, etc. That is how that we hear and read everyday around us, is an rise to the need to choose a site that Chandigarh turned into a important issue that calls for immediate atten- would serve as the capital of Punjab. well planned urban city, in fact it was tion. While we engage in seminars and confer- A committee was set up in 1948 by the the first planned city of the post inde- ences resurrecting the lost heritage, it is also Govt of India to choose a suitable site, pendence era. important to protect and save what we have keeping in mind various factors like The foundation stone of the city was today, lest this becomes an extinct heritage of to- military vulnerability, proximity to the laid in 1952. Consequently in the year morrow. Who we are is greatly defined by our national capital, climate, ability to its name from the temple of “Chandi garh- the city beautiful”. 1966 when Chandigarh was reorgan- heritage. And that is why the local temple or cope with the influx of large number Mandir” located in the vicinity of the The then Prime Minister of India, ised into Punjab, Himachal Pradesh even the local fair in our ancestral village holds of refugees etc. Finally, a site was se- site selected for the city. The deity Jawaharlal Nehru, deeply involved and Haryana, the city assumed the dis- an important value as it brings people together, lected in the foothills of Shivalik “Chandi”, the goddess of power and with the project, described Chandigarh tinction of being the capital of both creating a sense of belongingness. The temple range- Chandigarh that would serve as fort of “garh” located behind the tem- as “unfettered by the traditions of the Punjab and Haryana. It was also de- becomes an iconic structure where rests the vil- the capital of Punjab. Chandigarh got ple gave the city its name- “Chandi- past, a symbol of nation’s faith in fu- clared as a Union territory. G T lage identity. Every story narrated at the local fair or the artifacts sold, speak of the rich cul- ture and tradition that was once the pride and Pearls of wisdom now faces the threat of extinction. GT M@il As schools, NGOs and even states, engage in ac- tivities to create awareness on Heritage, this Brighten your day Dear Editor, issue of GT brings to you the rich heritage of It feels great to see my articles in the Delhi and Chandigarh that was celebrated across There are only two ways to live your Whatever has to be done, it’s always Global Times. But the best moment is all Amity school branches. India is a fast devel- life. One is as if nothing is a miracle. your choice. when I haven’t yet received the latest oping country, and Indians believe in a civiliza- The other is as though everything is Wayne Dyer copy of the GT and my friends text me tion that is marked with a heritage of customs, a miracle. and whatsapp me congratulating me on culture and tradition that we take pride in and Albert Einstein After a storm comes a calm. my article and how well written it is. live off. Let’s take this opportunity to appreci- Matthew Henry There is an adrenaline rush to grab a ate our heritage, today and tomorrow. G T You are never too old to set another copy and see it for myself goal or to dream a new dream. The will to win, the desire to immediately. No matter how many

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