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Indian Express
10 hours ago
- General
- Indian Express
As bulldozers move in, Delhi's Madrasi Camp residents watch decades of life disappear
Janki, 65, and her daughter-in-law, Sumodhi, 35, sit on a couple of upturned buckets in the midst of all they could save from their house as they watch it being razed by a bulldozer. Their house was part of the Madrasi Camp in Jangpura, which was built overlooking the Barapullah drain and was demolished Sunday by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) on the directions of the Delhi High Court. Janki's family of three, including her son and daughter-in-law, are among those 155 unlucky families which were not eligible to receive a house as rehabilitation from the DDA. Now, 50 years after she came to Delhi with her husband from a village near Tamil Nadu, she sits at the centre of whatever belongings the family could save from the house: kitchen utensils, some clothes, mattresses, bed sheets, a bucket, and two chairs. Beside her is a row of residents sitting on remnants of a once-thriving Tamilian community. 'The reason why we thought Madrasi Camp would be safe has now caused its destruction. No one thought anyone would want to build anything besides a drain,' she says. In an order issued in March, the Delhi High Court observed that the Barapulla drain was blocked due to the jhuggi jhopri cluster of the Madrasi Camp. The court stated that it was crucial to clear the Barapullah drain, as the monsoon was expected to arrive within the next two to three months. While the demolition was earlier scheduled for May 10, it was postponed to June 1 by the Delhi High Court as it directed the DDA and the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) to ensure amenities at the flats in Narela allotted to Madrasi Camp dwellers and also directed the authorities to hold special camps to hand over possession letters and facilitate bank loans. 'Those who earn more can think of renting another place. However, in my household, I earn only about Rs 7,000-8,000 per month. How will we pay for rent?' asks Sumodhi, who works as a domestic help in nearby bungalows. Residents upset about being relocated to Narela Even the 215 families found eligible for rehabilitation and allotted flats in Narela have long objected to being relocated to the Northwest Delhi suburb, 50 km away from their present accommodation, due to its distance from their present workplaces and alleged substandard quality of flats. Many residents were also hopeful of another court intervention to further postpone the demolition, considering the Delhi High Court had halted a demolition in Okhla two days ago. 'Till the end, we had thought that we would not have to move,' says Selvi, whose daughter is a Class 12 student at the nearby Delhi Tamil Education Association school on Lodhi Estate, which teaches Tamil language and culture to students. 'Then the bulldozers rolled in this morning with so many policemen. My daughter is in Class 12, the most important year of her studies. It is not possible to travel from Narela every day, and changing schools in the last year also cannot be done,' adds Selvi, whose son studies in Ramanujan College, which is less than 15 minutes away. For now, the family, like many others who have received Narela flats, has rented a one-bedroom flat in Bhogal for Rs 12,000 per month. Others have found rented accommodations in Sarai Kale Khan and Ashram. Veeran, 40, vacated his house two days ago and took his belongings to a room he found for his family in Bhogal. He is now sitting beside whatever scrap material he could scavenge, such as some water pipelines, a couple of taps and some iron bars, to sell and earn whatever little he could. While his wife works as a domestic help, he washes the cars of the same bungalow owners. 'This is a posh area, so everyone from the Madrasi Camp finds work in the nearby houses of rich people. What work will I do in Narela? My kids are also in the DTEA school. Where will they study there?' he asks. 'I have also been to the flats in Narela. All the pipes and tiles have been stolen. There is no water or electricity there. How do they expect us to go and live there?'
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda's new season to premiere in June; here's all you need to know
The countdown is finally over for viewers of Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi . The producers of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain have officially announced the launch date of the much-awaited new season, causing ripples of excitement on social media. The show is ready to make a comeback with a new story and cast, launching on June 16 at 8:30 PM, airing from Monday to Friday at the same slot. With the launch of the first promo, the channel has announced that the new season shall reunite the on-screen chemistry of Shivangi and Harshad. Directed by Ektaa Kapoor, the romantic drama guarantees a heartwarming story revolving around the lives of Rishabh, a Punjabi male portrayed by Harshad Chopda, and Bhagyashree, a Tamilian female acted by Shivangi Joshi. The next season will delve into the equations of a wonderfully balanced marriage, with Rishabh being portrayed as the perfect husband. The twist comes when he finds out that Bhagyashree's new boss happens to be none other than his former flame—a fact that Bhagyashree is blissfully ignorant of. This is certain to attract a balance of tension, drama, and emotional turmoil along with the sweetness and playfulness of the lead couple's relationship. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Killer New Toyota 4Runner Is Utter Perfection (Take A Look) MorninJoy Undo Adding to the buzz, Shivangi Joshi has recently shared in an interview that she has put on 8 kgs for the role and will be sporting glasses on-screen for the first time, and that's a nice change in look. With twists, romance, and emotions awaiting, Bade Achhe Lagte Hain is set to be an interesting watch as it moves into this new phase. Catch the premiere on June 16 at 8:30 PM.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: When And Where To Watch Shivangi Joshi-Harshad Chopda Show
Last Updated: Bade Achhe Lagte Hain returns with a fresh love story starring Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda. Here's everything you need to know about the premiere date and storyline. The countdown has officially begun for fans of Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda! After much anticipation and mounting buzz, the makers have finally dropped the premiere date of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain's brand-new season. And yes, your favourite duo is back on-screen with a fresh love story that's equal parts heartwarming and drama-packed. Set to premiere on June 16 at 8:30 PM, the show will air every Monday to Friday on Sony TV. The announcement came via a reshare of the first promo, instantly sending fans into a frenzy across social media. Produced by television czarina Ektaa Kapoor, the new season features Shivangi Joshi as Bhagyashree and Harshad Chopda as Rishabh—characters who are worlds apart in culture yet bound by love. Rishabh, a charming Punjabi man, and Bhagyashree, a gentle Tamilian woman, are presented as the picture-perfect married couple, exuding warmth, understanding, and effortless chemistry. But true to soap opera tradition, peace doesn't last long. The story takes a compelling turn when Rishabh discovers that Bhagyashree's boss is none other than his ex-girlfriend—a secret he keeps close to his chest. With Bhagyashree blissfully unaware, viewers can expect a rollercoaster of emotions, sprinkled with light-hearted moments and romantic banter between the leads. Adding to the buzz, Shivangi Joshi recently revealed that she gained 8 kgs for her role, embracing the character's look with full dedication. Fans will also get to see a new avatar of Shivangi, as she dons spectacles for the first time on screen, offering a refreshingly relatable take on her role. With culture clashes, emotional entanglements, and old flames returning to stir the pot, this season of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain promises a nostalgic yet modern twist on love and marriage. First Published: May 29, 2025, 17:59 IST
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: When and where to watch Shivangi Joshi-Harshad Chopda's show, all DEETS inside
The wait is finally over for Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda's fans. The makers have finally announced the premiere date of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain's new season. As the excitement for this upcoming romantic drama was at its peak, fans are now relieved as this show is set to premiere from mid-June. By resharing the first promo of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain's new season, the channel announced the launch date and time of the show. When and where to watch Shivangi Joshi-Harshad Chopda's show Bade Achhe Lagte Hain? Bade Achhe Lagte Hain is back with a new season, and Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda's on-screen chemistry will soon be available for their fans to see. Bade Achhe Lagte Hain will premiere from June 16 at 8:30 PM. The show will air from Monday to Friday at 8:30 PM on Sony TV Wacth Bade Achhe Lagte Hain's promo here- Characters and storyline of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: Produced by Ektaa Kapoor, Bade Achhe Lagte Hain will feature Shivangi Joshi, playing the role of Bhagyashree and Harshad Chopda essaying the role of Rishabh. Rishabh will be Punjabi, while Shivangi's character Bhagyashree will be a Tamilian. The new season will showcase the ideal relationship between a husband and wife. The story focuses on Rishabh and Bhagyashree's happy married life. Rishabh will be seen as an ideal husband who has mastered the art of a perfect marriage. Fans can expect a major twist can be seen in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. Rishabh will receive a shock after he learns that Bhagyashree's boss is his ex-girlfriend. Meanwhile, Bhagyashree is unaware of this fact. Amidst this, the viewers can anticipate cute and playful chemistry between Rishabh and Bhagyashree. Meanwhile, Shivangi Joshi disclosed in a recent interview how she has gained a massive 8 kgs for Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. She will also be seen sporting spectacles for the first time on-screen.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kamal Haasan Reacts To Kannada-Tamil Comment Backlash: 'Love Will Never Apologise'
Last Updated: Kamal Haasan attended the Thug Life audio launch event in Chennai, where he made a statement linking the origins of the Kannada language to Tamil. Kamala Haasan has reacted to the 'Kannada born from Tamil' comment controversy. Recently, the actor spoke to reporters when he reacted to the backlash and added that he did not mean 'anything'. Haasan also clarified that his comment was made with a lot of love. 'I think what I said was said with a lot of love. Historians have taught me the language history…I didn't mean anything. And, let me tell you, Tamil Nadu is a place which has been open. I don't say there is no other state like this. But a very rare state where a Menon (MG Ramachandran) has been our Chief Minister…a Reddy (Omandur Ramasamy Reddiyar) has been our Chief Minister, a Tamilian (M Karunanidhi) has been our Chief Minister and then a Kannadiga Iyengar has been our CM from Mandya," Kamal Haasan said, as quoted by the news agency PTI. 'So let's leave all these very in-depth discussions to historians, archaeologists and language experts. If you look at it from the northern point of view, according to them it is right, if you look at it from Thenkumari (south), then what I say is right. There is a third angle to it– the scholars, the language experts. This is not an answer, an explanation. Love will never apologise," the actor added. For the unversed, Kamal Haasan landed in a big controversy recently. The South superstar attended the Thug Life audio launch event in Chennai, where he made a statement linking the origins of the Kannada language to Tamil. 'Actor Shivarajkumar is my family living in another state. That's why he is here. That's why when I started my speech, I said 'my life and my family is Tamil'. Your language (Kannada) was born out of Tamil. So you are included in that line," he said. The actor's remarks quickly went viral and triggered backlash from pro-Kannada groups in Karnataka. They not only demanded an apology from Haasan but also a ban on his upcoming movie. Kamal Haasan is currently gearing up for the release of Thug Life. The film follows the tale of Rangaraaya Sakthivel, a merciless gang leader portrayed by Kamal Haasan, and his brother Manickam. After a fierce confrontation, Sakthivel saves a young boy named Amaran and raises him like his own son. However, when an assassination attempt is made on Sakthivel, suspicion falls on Amaran, setting off a gripping story of revenge and shifting loyalties. First Published:
