Delhi
Delhi, officially the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, is a city and a union territory of India containing New Delhi, the capital of India. Situated on both sides of the Yamuna river, but primarily to the west or beyond its right bank, Delhi shares borders with the state of Uttar Pradesh to the east and with the state of Haryana in the remaining directions. Delhi became a union territory on 1 November 1956 and was designated as the NCT in 1995. The NCT covers an area of 1,484 square kilometres (573 sq mi). According to the 2011 census, Delhi's city proper population was over 11 million, while the NCT's population was about 16.8 million.
Some of the key events about Delhi
- 1206The Delhi Sultanate was established, marking the beginning of Muslim rule in India
- 1398The city was sacked and destroyed by Timur's army, resulting in massive loss of life and destruction
- 1526The Mughal Empire was founded, ushering in a period of cultural and architectural flourishing
- 1638The Red Fort was constructed, becoming an iconic symbol of Delhi's rich history
- 1724The Jantar Mantar observatory was built, advancing astronomical research in India
- 1739Persian ruler Nader Shah invaded and plundered Delhi, massacring thousands of inhabitants
- 1857The city became a major center of the Indian Rebellion, leading to widespread violence and destruction
- 1911Delhi was declared the capital of British India, elevating its political importance
- 1911The capital of British India was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi, altering the city's character
- 1931New Delhi was officially inaugurated as the capital of India
- 1947India gained independence, with Delhi as the capital of the new nation
- 1947The Partition of India led to communal riots and a massive influx of refugees in Delhi
- 1956The Delhi Development Authority was established to plan and develop the city
- 1975The imposition of a national emergency led to curtailment of civil liberties in the capital
- 1984Anti-Sikh riots erupted in Delhi following the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi
- 2001The Indian Parliament in New Delhi was attacked by terrorists, resulting in multiple deaths
- 2002The Delhi Metro began operations, revolutionizing public transportation in the city
- 2010Delhi successfully hosted the Commonwealth Games, showcasing its ability to organize international events
- 2012A brutal gang rape case in Delhi sparked nationwide protests and highlighted issues of women's safety
- 2020Delhi experienced severe communal riots, resulting in numerous deaths and property damage
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