Delhi government to demolish 33 Shamnath Marg bungalow for DDMA
India
Delhi's government is planning to demolish the old bungalow at 33 Shamnath Marg, a spot that's been empty for ages thanks to its reputation as cursed.
Instead of letting it sit unused, they're considering a fresh office for the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) right on the site.
Civil Lines bungalow's scandal-marred past
This bungalow has quite a backstory: it was built in the 1920s when the British developed Civil Lines to house senior officials and later became home to several chief ministers.
But after scandals like the jaggery scam and hawala allegations involving past residents, nobody wanted to live there.
Now, with this redevelopment move, the city hopes to finally put an end to its spooky legacy and make better use of prime space.