Politique·19/04/2026Résumé IA Centre Reviews Colonial-Era Legacy of 'Civil Lines' as Part of Decolonisation Exercise
The Centre is reviewing the colonial-era framework of Civil Lines residential areas as part of a decolonisation exercise. PM Narendra Modi had in January asked ministers and top bureaucrats to identify colonial-era practices and suggest alternatives with Indian roots. Civil Lines, developed in the 19th century as exclusive enclaves for senior colonial officials, exist in Delhi and several states including UP, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, MP, Bihar and Maharashtra.