How Delhi Became The National Capital? Know The History
By Anshika Verma
11, Jan 2025 02:20 PM
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How Delhi Became The National Capital?
In 1911, Delhi became the national capital when the British moved the capital from Kolkata.
Announcement
Do you know that King George V declared Delhi as the national capital at the Delhi Durbar in the Coronation Park.
Construction and inauguration
In 1912, the construction began on the site but the new capital New Delhi was inaugurated in the year 1931 by Edwin Lutyens.
Official declaration
In the year 1947, India got independence and New Delhi was officially declared as the capital of India.
Where is Delhi located?
New Delhi is located in the north-central part of India on the west bank of the Yamuna River.
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