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PWD to beautify Rajghat–Shanti Van stretch

PWD to beautify Rajghat–Shanti Van stretch

2 min readNew DelhiMay 1, 2026 09:10 PM IST With an aim to attract tourists and improve road connectivity in and around Delhi Gate and ITO, the Public Works Department (PWD) has decided to repair and beautify the Ring Road stretch between Shanti Van and Rajghat intersection, officials said. According to officials, PWD has also floated tenders for beautification of these stretches giving it an uplift by installing decorative street lights and lamps to beautifully lit the roads. “The main goal is to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the area, which holds both national and international significance. A lot of people including politicians, foreign dignitaries, locals and tourists come to visit Rajghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi on a daily basis..,” said officials. Shanti Van (Forest of Peace), is memorial of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, which is also located on the banks of the Yamuna River near Raj Ghat. Under this beautification plan, officials said, the roads will be repaired, the street lights will be decorated with decorative lights with LED white light …

Students beautify college walls with murals and Hase Chittara patterns in Karnataka

Students beautify college walls with murals and Hase Chittara patterns in Karnataka

Rihan A. and Meghana K.S., both students, have beautified the walls of Sahyadri Commerce and Management with their talent. | Photo Credit: S.K. Dinesh Colourful wall murals and intricate Hase chittara designs warmly greet everyone visiting Sahyadri Commerce and Management College, a constituent college of Kuvempu University, in Shivamogga. A striking portrait of Kuvempu, at the entrance, immediately catches the eye, setting the cultural tone for the campus. Visitors often appreciating the skills and the creativity of the artists, enquire with the college administration about the talented artists behind the artwork. The administration takes pride in revealing that the creators are none other than students on the same campus – Rihan A. and Meghana K.S. Rihan is a final-year BA student at Sahyadri Arts College. Meghana is a final-year B.Com student at Sahyadri Commerce College. They have transformed the plain walls of the campus into living canvases of creativity and tradition. Both students feel a sense of joy knowing that they will remain on the campus even after they graduate. Their artistic journey has been …

Devendra Fadnavis Govt To Beautify Nagpur’s Deekshabhoomi In Tribute To Ambedkar | Exclusive | India News

Devendra Fadnavis Govt To Beautify Nagpur’s Deekshabhoomi In Tribute To Ambedkar | Exclusive | India News

Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 12:25 IST Estimated to cost Rs 70 crore, the project aims to transform the 58,000-sqm Deekshabhoomi into a world-class heritage landscape Zones narrating the philosophy of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar will be developed to help the youth understand the significance of the precinct. (PTI File) In the heart of Nagpur stands Deekshabhoomi — not just as a monument of stone and marble, but as a living memory of a historic turning point in India’s social journey. It was here, in 1956, that Dr B. R. Ambedkar embraced Buddhism along with lakhs of followers, marking a profound moment of social assertion and spiritual transformation. Now, the Maharashtra government led by CM Devendra Fadnavis has embarked on an ambitious plan to redevelop and beautify the sacred precinct, with an estimated outlay of Rs 70 crore. The project, to be undertaken by the Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA), aims to transform the 58,000 square metre area into a world-class heritage landscape — while preserving its dignity, sanctity and symbolism. For the millions who visit …

AI Impact Summit next month, PWD to beautify Delhi | Delhi News

AI Impact Summit next month, PWD to beautify Delhi | Delhi News

To welcome foreign delegates and their families, the Public Works Department (PWD) is going to undertake a citywide beautification and infrastructure revamp exercise for the upcoming Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit, which will be held at Bharat Mandapam in Pragati Maidan between February 15 to 20. As part of the initiative – which is estimated to cost around Rs 1 crore – PWD is planning to beautify two traffic islands near the Hyatt hotel, situated near the Ring Road in Southwest Delhi. Some of the foreign delegates who will be attending the summit are expected to stay in this hotel. The stretch also connects the Airport Road via Dhaula Kuan. Officials said PWD also plans to install two sculptures of lions – each nine-feet tall – and two musical fountains on this stretch. Further, PWD will beautify major roads, especially those connecting to the airport, Bharat Mandapam, Hyderabad House, tourist spots, and prominent markets, which are likely to be visited by delegates. Officials said tenders have been floated to carry out the work. The department has …

Maharashtra CM Shinde directs civic body to beautify Mumbai ahead of G20 meeting

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. | File photo | Photo Credit: PTI Ahead of a G20 Council meeting in Mumbai, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has asked the local civic body to launch a beautification drive in the city on a mission mode. Mr. Shinde asked Mumbai civic authorities to depute 5,000 “Swatchhta Doots” (cleanliness ambassadors) and undertake beautification of the city. India assumed the G20 (Group of 20) Presidency on December 1 and 14 meetings related to the influential bloc will be held in Mumbai, Pune, Aurangabad and Nagpur in the next two months. A meeting of the Development Working Group of the G20 Council will be held in Mumbai from December 13 to 16. As per a release issued by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Wednesday, Mr. Shinde and Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis reviewed the city’s beautification projects at a meeting held in Sahyadri guest house in south Mumbai. Mr. Shinde directed officials of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to transform Mumbai for a “visible” change, said the release. The CM said …