Restored: A 200 years old police chowki, Delhi’s 'oldest'
Barh ki Chowki, the restored police post, is expected to be inaugurated in September itself.
Barh ki Chowki
A small Delhi Police office will be operated from here, said ACP Rajendra Singh Kalkal.
Heritage building
In 2006, the Delhi Police found the heritage building in a dilapidated condition.
Restoration in 2 phases
The restoration was undertaken in 2022 in two phases, said A Vijaya, director and head of Intach’s architectural heritage division.
Single-storey stone structure
This edifice stands as a one-story stone structure, adorned with an inviting arcade at its entrance, and nestled at the rear are two chambers.
Restoration cost
Approximately Rs 20 lakh was allocated for the restoration of the building.
Barh ki Chowki
An old pic of the 200-year-old structure.