Prahlad Singh Patel, Union Minister of State for Culture & Tourism (IC), has proposed to start battery operated cars inside the Red Fort, Delhi for the convenience of elderly people, women and children. He also said that it is a responsibility of the Givernment to provide good public facilities at Red Fort. “We are ensuring that world class amenities are provided at the Monument. However, it is important that general public is sensitised to be responsible towards their culture and maintain the beauty of their heritage monuments,”
The timing for Red Fort has also been increased till 9pm for general public. The monument was the first to be LED illuminated along with others monuments Safdarjung Tomb, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb and Purana Qila recently