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India's landmarks built from stone, tears and sweat
Architect Abha Narain Lambah says India's landmarks rise from stone, tears and sweat of its people.
In brief
Architect Abha Narain Lambah says India's landmarks rise from stone, tears and sweat of its people. Architect Abha Narain Lambah argues India's landmarks are built from Indian stone, tears and sweat, not colonial remnants. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Abha Narain Lambah's 30-year heritage work
Abha Narain Lambah has dedicated three decades to preserving India's historic sites including Buddhist caves, Islamic tombs and Hindu temples.
Lambah's conservation challenges
Historical buildings lack government protection and funding for maintenance despite urban development pressures.
Lambah's early career
Lambah began as an activist after working with American architect Joseph Allen Stein on blending old and new architectural styles.
Mumbai's heritage sites
Lambah has conserved over 20 world heritage sites including Hampi's 15th-century Hindu temple and Chandigarh's Le Corbusier masterpieces.
Mumbai's architectural challenges
Mumbai faces balancing historic buildings with rapid urban development and redevelopment pressures.
Bandra railway station restoration
Lambah restored Mumbai's 19th-century Bandra railway station while working around trains and commuters.
Royal Opera House preservation
Lambah saved Mumbai's Royal Opera House from demolition, now using it as an active cultural space.
Gateway of India significance
Lambah argues India's Gateway of India, built under British rule, is as Indian as it gets because it reflects Indian stone, tears and sweat.
Conservation progress
Lambah notes more young conservation architects are studying and practicing, but the task remains arduous.
Here's the gist
Architect Abha Narain Lambah argues India's landmarks are built from Indian stone, tears and sweat, not colonial remnants.
