Did You Know: Who Owns Connaught Place In Delhi?


By Chetna Shree14, Apr 2025 03:00 PMthedailyjagran.com

OWNER OF CONNAUGHT PLACE

Have you ever visited the iconic Connaught Place in Delhi? Do you know who owns it? Tap to know the complete information about it.

CONNAUGHT PLACE IN DELHI

Connaught Place is an iconic place in Delhi known for its culinary delights, shopping places and much more. It is popular for its beautiful circular design.

WHO BUILT THE CONNAUGHT PLACE?

As per the World Monuments Fund, Connaught Place was built by the Britishers between 1929 to 1933 by Robert Tor Rusell.

HOW WAS CONNAUGHT PLACE NAMED?

Connaught Place was named after a British family member Duke of Connaught Prince Mathur. He was the third son of Queen Victoria.

WHO OWNS CONNAUGHT PLACE?

The iconic place is divided into blocks and different buildings are owned by different people and families. However, the Government of India owns the land of CP.

RENT OF SHOPS IN CONNAUGHT PLACE

Earlier, the shops in Connaught Place were rented out at very nominal prices. A few owners rented around 50 stores. The rent depends on the Old Delhi Rent Control Act.

STAY TUNED

For more such updates, stay tuned to Jagran English!

Dos & Don'ts To Keep In Mind During A Heatwave