Green cover inside Red Fort complex increased to 52 acres: ASI

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has increased the green cover inside the Red Fort complex in the national capital from the previous 15 acres to 52 acres in the last one year.

As a part of its drive to renovate and restore the Mughal-era monument, the ASI has also taken steps to preserve the historic Lahori Gate, the red sandstone walls, the glory of Chhatta Bazar and the hidden artworks on the ceiling.

The illumination of Red Fort (external and internal) has been completed and the timing for the general public extended till 9 pm.

"In a massive exercise over the last one year, the Archaeological Survey of India has given a complete new look to Red Fort. Earlier, the green space inside the fort complex was 15 acres and now, after the demolition of almost 400 structures built by the Indian Army after Independence which included residential quarters, sheds and other ancillary structures, an additional 37 acres have been added to it, taking the total green space inside the Red ..