1.24 Lakhs Of Tulips Imported From Netherlands For Foreign Ministers Visiting Delhi For G20

Foreign ministers set to arrive in the capital for G20 meetings scheduled on March 1 and 2 will be greeted by a row of colourful tulip bulbs. A total of 1.24 lakh tulip bulbs were brought from the Netherlands and planted in the first week of January in Shanti Path lawns by the NDMC.

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Blooming of tulips to coincide with G20 ministers visit

The NDMC will hold the 13-day Tulip Festival, beginning Tuesday on the lawns of Shanti Path, Chanakyapuri, to herald the spring.

"The quantity of tulips planted has been doubled in order to showcase the beauty of the city with tulip blossoms in every location of NDMC area," said an official from the New Delhi Municipal Council. The blooming of tulips will coincide with the G20 Foreign Ministers meeting to be held on 1-2 March 2023.

NDMC planned a 13-day Tulip Festival

As a part of the festival, the NDMC has also planned a walk from Shanti Path from February 18 to 26 and a photography contest from February 14-25.

"The NGO' Give me Trees Trust', which has been associated with landscaping of Sunder Nursery, has developed the content of the walk, keeping in mind monuments around the history of Shanti Path, the history and the variety of tulips that are being grown in the area," said officials.

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As for the photography contest, the NDMC will post three best pictures of tulips on social media every day, said officials.

The NDMC has also set up selfie points and heart-shaped flower decks at Sanjay Park, Laxmibai Nagar, Lodhi Garden, Connaught Place and areas with heavy footfall.

PWD prepping for G20 too

Meanwhile, the Public Works Department (PWD), also preparing for the Summit, has planned to install unique all-season plants and flowers on key roads and VIP routes. According to officials, the department will plant shrubs and trees 25 cm to 120-135 cm tall.

"As part of beautification work, the PWD is very keen to enhance horticulture beauty alongside roads, especially those connecting to the airport, Pragati Maidan and other VIP routes."

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Tenders have been floated and the estimated cost is Rs 34 lakh.

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