Hall of Nations was among the 62 buildings constructed after Independence in Delhi, which INTACH had listed as Modern Architectural Heritage of India. It was demolished amid controversy and protests last month. Here’s a look at some of the other iconic INTACH-listed structures in India’s capital
Vigyan Bhawan. 1955. R.L.Gehlote The simple cubical mass of a government conference hall was elevated by an entrance inspired by the stunning form of the chaitya arch at Ajanta caves. It reflected Gehlote’s preoccupations with Buddhist, Hindu and Mughal architecture. The arch motif symbolised ‘an Indian heritage of peace and culture’.