13th Century built, shelter of Ibn Battuta is razed

This incident is quite disappointing. A 13th century monument, which was shelter for Ibn Battuta, a traveller whose works are one of most important sources for Indian history has been demolished by builders in Delhi.

Its sad authorities have not taken any measures to protect the heritage of this nation. And the worst is only half a day after its demolition that a police complaint was made. Forget about authorities, i donot see how the local people around the site didnot bother about the monument untill its brought down...huh!! Its also strange that ASI(Arecheological survey of India) didnot give any permission to demolition of any kind. Still, some builder (unknown yet..LoL) just went on bringing it down.

Placed in category A in terms of heritage value by Intach Delhi Chapter, the structure has also been prominently mentioned in the list of heritage buildings by both MCD and Delhi government's state department of archaeology. The latter had recently announced a grand plan to bring Lal Mahal and many other unprotected monuments into its purview and give them a facelift.

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