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'''Vasant Kunj''' is a posh neighbourhood located in [[Delhi]], India.<ref>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/real-estate/realty-hot-spot-series-an-affluent-residential-area-of-delhi/articleshow/80299803.cms</ref> The area is home to several prominent personalities, one being the former prime minister of India, Dr [[Manmohan Singh]], but also well-known members of the international ESD ExpertNet.<ref>{{cite web|date=3 September 2011|title=Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's assets exceed Rs 5 crore, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee's assets worth Rs 1.25 crore|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/prime-minister-manmohan-singhs-assets-exceed-rs-5-crore-finance-minister-pranab-mukherjees-assets-worth-rs-1-25-crore/articleshow/9849354.cms?intenttarget=no|access-date=22 January 2018|via=The Economic Times}}</ref> The locality is also very close to [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] and the commercial hub of [[Gurgaon]].
'''Vasant Kunj''' is a posh neighbourhood located in [[Delhi]], India.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/real-estate/realty-hot-spot-series-an-affluent-residential-area-of-delhi/articleshow/80299803.cms|title=Realty hot spot series: An affluent residential area of Delhi|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> The area is home to several prominent personalities, one being the former prime minister of India, Dr [[Manmohan Singh]], but also well-known members of the international ESD ExpertNet.<ref>{{cite news|date=3 September 2011|title=Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's assets exceed Rs 5 crore, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee's assets worth Rs 1.25 crore|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/prime-minister-manmohan-singhs-assets-exceed-rs-5-crore-finance-minister-pranab-mukherjees-assets-worth-rs-1-25-crore/articleshow/9849354.cms?intenttarget=no|access-date=22 January 2018|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> The locality is also very close to [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] and the commercial hub of [[Gurgaon]]. In early 90's Vasant Kunj was the agriculture based land of [[Kishangarh Village]].
 
[[Image:Delhi district map.jpg|250px|thumb|Map showing the 11 districts of Delhi.]]


==Locality==
==Locality==
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[[Bloomsbury India]] has its head office in the Vishrut Building (Building No. 3) in the DDA Complex in Vasant Kunj. Also the corporate offices of the [[Bharti Enterprises]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.airtel.in/about-bharti/equity/support-and-communication/|title=Investor Support - Shareholders Communication - airtel|website=www.airtel.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> [[Maruti Suzuki|Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.]] and [[Oil and Natural Gas Corporation]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.constructionweekonline.in/cccl-to-build-ongc-corporate-office/|title=CCCL to build ONGC corporate office|website=constructionweekonline.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> are located in the area near Ambience mall.<ref>"[http://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/company/contact-us/ Contact Us]." [[Bloomsbury Books]]. Retrieved on 14 October 2012. "Bloomsbury India Bloomsbury Publishing India Pvt Limited VISHRUT Building Building no3, DDA Complex, Ground Floor Pocket C 6&7, Vasant Kunj New Delhi 110070 India"</ref> [[IBM Research|Research Center]] of American multi-national [[IBM]] is located at ISID Campus in Vasant Kunj.<ref>http://www.research.ibm.com/labs/india/visitor-new-delhi.shtml</ref>
[[Bloomsbury India]] has its head office in the Vishrut Building (Building No. 3) in the DDA Complex in Vasant Kunj. Also the corporate offices of the [[Bharti Enterprises]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.airtel.in/about-bharti/equity/support-and-communication/|title=Investor Support - Shareholders Communication - airtel|website=www.airtel.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> [[Maruti Suzuki|Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.]] and [[Oil and Natural Gas Corporation]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.constructionweekonline.in/cccl-to-build-ongc-corporate-office/|title=CCCL to build ONGC corporate office|website=constructionweekonline.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> are located in the area near Ambience mall.<ref>"[http://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/company/contact-us/ Contact Us]." [[Bloomsbury Books]]. Retrieved on 14 October 2012. "Bloomsbury India Bloomsbury Publishing India Pvt Limited VISHRUT Building Building no3, DDA Complex, Ground Floor Pocket C 6&7, Vasant Kunj New Delhi 110070 India"</ref> [[IBM Research|Research Center]] of American multi-national [[IBM]] is located at ISID Campus in Vasant Kunj.<ref>http://www.research.ibm.com/labs/india/visitor-new-delhi.shtml</ref>


DLF's Ambience, Promenade and Emporio<ref>http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2007-11-16/news/27681607_1_global-brands-luxury-mall-dlf-mall</ref> located in Vasant Kunj has been touted as a fashion destination. Vasant Square Mall in Vasant Kunj houses many showrooms<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/autos/triumph-opens-showroom-in-delhi/story-I3XOEokZn5ohFtiJtVeJdL.html|title=Triumph opens showroom in Delhi|date=6 June 2014|website=hindustantimes.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> including one of British bike marker [[Triumph Motorcycles Ltd|Triumph]], [[Big Bazaar|BigBazaar]], [[KFC]] and [[Subway (restaurant)|SubWay]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.team-bhp.com/news/triumph-inaugurates-showroom-new-delhi-1st-north-india|title=Triumph inaugurates showroom in New Delhi, 1st in North India - Team-BHP|website=team-bhp.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>
DLF's Ambience, Promenade and Emporio<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2007-11-16/news/27681607_1_global-brands-luxury-mall-dlf-mall|title = Business News Today: Read Latest Business news, India Business News Live, Share Market & Economy News}}</ref> located in Vasant Kunj has been touted as a fashion destination. Vasant Square Mall in Vasant Kunj houses many showrooms<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/autos/triumph-opens-showroom-in-delhi/story-I3XOEokZn5ohFtiJtVeJdL.html|title=Triumph opens showroom in Delhi|date=6 June 2014|website=hindustantimes.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> including one of British bike marker [[Triumph Motorcycles Ltd|Triumph]], [[Big Bazaar|BigBazaar]], [[KFC]] and [[Subway (restaurant)|SubWay]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.team-bhp.com/news/triumph-inaugurates-showroom-new-delhi-1st-north-india|title=Triumph inaugurates showroom in New Delhi, 1st in North India - Team-BHP|website=team-bhp.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>


The Grand, a five-star luxury hotel, is located on [[Nelson Mandela]] Marg, Vasant Kunj. Monkey Bar is a thriving and a trendy nightspot, where Indian-inspired global bites are served at this hip lounge bar under a striking glass pyramid.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thegrandnewdelhi.com/contact-us/contact-us.html|title=The Grand New Delhi - 5-Star Luxury Hotel in New Delhi|website=www.thegrandnewdelhi.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>  Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (E.P.C.H.) is located at Sector C in Vasant Kunj.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://epch.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=85&Itemid=173|title=EPCH House Number, Head Office Number, contact Details|website=epch.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>
The Grand, a five-star luxury hotel, is located on [[Nelson Mandela]] Marg, Vasant Kunj. Monkey Bar is a thriving and a trendy nightspot, where Indian-inspired global bites are served at this hip lounge bar under a striking glass pyramid.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thegrandnewdelhi.com/contact-us/contact-us.html|title=The Grand New Delhi - 5-Star Luxury Hotel in New Delhi|website=www.thegrandnewdelhi.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>  Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (E.P.C.H.) is located at Sector C in Vasant Kunj.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://epch.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=85&Itemid=173|title=EPCH House Number, Head Office Number, contact Details|website=epch.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>
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==Education==
==Education==
[[TERI University]] is located in Vasant Kunj.<ref>http://www.teriuniversity.ac.in/#</ref> The new integrated, spacious campus of [[School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi|School of Panning and Architecture]] is undergoing construction off Nelson Mandela Marg. [[Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi|Jawarlal Nehru University]] (J.N.U.) including IIMC ([[Indian Institute of Mass Communication]]s) is surrounded by Vasant Kunj on its west and south. They also have management school Jagannath International Management School.
[[TERI University]] is located in Vasant Kunj.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.teriuniversity.ac.in/#|title=TERI School of Advanced Studies - Masters and Ph.D in Delhi}}</ref> The new integrated, spacious campus of [[School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi|School of Panning and Architecture]] is undergoing construction off Nelson Mandela Marg. [[Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi|Jawarlal Nehru University]] (J.N.U.) including IIMC ([[Indian Institute of Mass Communication]]s) is surrounded by Vasant Kunj on its west and south. They also have management school Jagannath International Management School.
Shaurya [[Central Reserve Police Force|CRPF]] Officers Training institute is also located in the Vasant Kunj's institutional area near sector C.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.google.co.in/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&rlz=1C1JZAP_enIN679IN679&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=crpf+shaurya|title=Google|website=www.google.co.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>
Shaurya [[Central Reserve Police Force|CRPF]] Officers Training institute is also located in the Vasant Kunj's institutional area near sector C.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.google.co.in/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&rlz=1C1JZAP_enIN679IN679&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=crpf+shaurya|title=Google|website=www.google.co.in|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref>


Some of the prominent schools in the neighbourhood includes [[Delhi Public School, Vasant Kunj|Delhi Public School- Vasant Kunj]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-sports/DPS-Vasantkunj-champion/article16817654.ece|title=DPS Vasantkunj champion|date=1 December 2009|access-date=22 January 2018|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> [[Vasant Valley School]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/india/top-ten-schools-of-south-west-delhi/story-Oe3d0QYlH3S9qTLSrkqoxN.html|title=Top Ten schools of South-West Delhi|date=7 September 2012|website=hindustantimes.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> [[G D Goenka Public School|G.D. Goenka Public School]], D.A.V public school, [[Bhatnagar International School]], [[Ryan International Group of Institutions|Ryan International School]], The Heritage School, Bloom Public School and Deep Public School.
Some of the prominent schools in the neighbourhood includes [[Delhi Public School, Vasant Kunj|Delhi Public School- Vasant Kunj]],<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-sports/DPS-Vasantkunj-champion/article16817654.ece|title=DPS Vasantkunj champion|newspaper=The Hindu|date=1 December 2009|access-date=22 January 2018|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> [[Vasant Valley School]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/india/top-ten-schools-of-south-west-delhi/story-Oe3d0QYlH3S9qTLSrkqoxN.html|title=Top Ten schools of South-West Delhi|date=7 September 2012|website=hindustantimes.com|access-date=22 January 2018}}</ref> [[G D Goenka Public School|G.D. Goenka Public School]], D.A.V public school, [[Bhatnagar International School]], [[Ryan International Group of Institutions|Ryan International School]], The Heritage School, Bloom Public School and Deep Public School.


Some of the playschools and nursery schools are Tender Feet Nursery School, Aadyant Global School, Steady Steps International Preschool.
Some of the playschools and nursery schools are Tender Feet Nursery School, Aadyant Global School, Steady Steps International Preschool.

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Vasant Kunj
Neighborhood of Delhi
Vasant Kunj is located in Delhi
Vasant Kunj
Vasant Kunj
Location in Delhi, India
Coordinates: 28°31′38″N 77°09′06″E / 28.5273352°N 77.15154529999995°E / 28.5273352; 77.15154529999995
Country India
StateDelhi
MetroNew Delhi
Languages
 • OfficialHindi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Planning agencyMCD

Vasant Kunj is a posh neighbourhood located in Delhi, India.[1] The area is home to several prominent personalities, one being the former prime minister of India, Dr Manmohan Singh, but also well-known members of the international ESD ExpertNet.[2] The locality is also very close to Indira Gandhi International Airport and the commercial hub of Gurgaon. In early 90's Vasant Kunj was the agriculture based land of Kishangarh Village.

Locality

Vasant Kunj was once farmland and was acquired by the government in the 1960s. The areas surrounding Vasant Kunj consist of farmland and the area is famous for palatial farmhouses. The locality is surrounded by greenery, with the South-Central Ridge of the Delhi Ridge encompassing the area and this forest is called Sanjay Van. The other residential areas in proximity are Chattarpur, Saket, Malviya Nagar, Mahipalpur, Lado Sarai, Ber Sarai, and Neb Sarai. The residential part of Vasant Kunj is divided into 5 Sectors - A, B, C, D and E.[3] Each Sector is further divided into Pockets.

In history

Sultan Ghari tomb in Vasant Kunj is considered as the first Islamic mausoleum in Delhi. The historic Qutb Minar complex is located close to Vasant Kunj.

Economy

Bloomsbury India has its head office in the Vishrut Building (Building No. 3) in the DDA Complex in Vasant Kunj. Also the corporate offices of the Bharti Enterprises,[4] Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation[5] are located in the area near Ambience mall.[6] Research Center of American multi-national IBM is located at ISID Campus in Vasant Kunj.[7]

DLF's Ambience, Promenade and Emporio[8] located in Vasant Kunj has been touted as a fashion destination. Vasant Square Mall in Vasant Kunj houses many showrooms[9] including one of British bike marker Triumph, BigBazaar, KFC and SubWay.[10]

The Grand, a five-star luxury hotel, is located on Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj. Monkey Bar is a thriving and a trendy nightspot, where Indian-inspired global bites are served at this hip lounge bar under a striking glass pyramid.[11] Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (E.P.C.H.) is located at Sector C in Vasant Kunj.[12]

Vasant Kunj has the country's first community yellow pages since October 1991, called the "Vasant Kunj Informer & Shopper," that has been reaching its booming population month after month, free-of-cost, with user-friendly information of professional services and entrepreneurial work that enhances the quality of the everyday lives of its readers. This community publication continues to touch the lives of thousands of advertisers and readers, especially the student community, in many ways and has added to the vibrancy of its economy.

Education

TERI University is located in Vasant Kunj.[13] The new integrated, spacious campus of School of Panning and Architecture is undergoing construction off Nelson Mandela Marg. Jawarlal Nehru University (J.N.U.) including IIMC (Indian Institute of Mass Communications) is surrounded by Vasant Kunj on its west and south. They also have management school Jagannath International Management School. Shaurya CRPF Officers Training institute is also located in the Vasant Kunj's institutional area near sector C.[14]

Some of the prominent schools in the neighbourhood includes Delhi Public School- Vasant Kunj,[15] Vasant Valley School,[16] G.D. Goenka Public School, D.A.V public school, Bhatnagar International School, Ryan International School, The Heritage School, Bloom Public School and Deep Public School.

Some of the playschools and nursery schools are Tender Feet Nursery School, Aadyant Global School, Steady Steps International Preschool.

Sports

Vasant Kunj Sports Complex[17] is one of the prominent sports complexes developed by Delhi Development Authority.[18] Beeya's Riding Facility in Vasant Kunj is a nationally recognized horse riding club.[19]

Health care

Indian Spinal Injuries Centre,[20] Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital[21] are some of the prominent hospitals located in Vasant Kunj. Others include New Delhi Children's Hospital & Research Centre (NDCHRC).

Government offices

Central Reserve Police Force's Officers training institute- Shaurya, Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority,[22] National Book Trust,[23] International Centre for Alternate Dispute Resolution[24] are located in Vasant Kunj Institutional Area.Indian Aviation Academy

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Realty hot spot series: An affluent residential area of Delhi". The Economic Times.
  2. ↑ "Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's assets exceed Rs 5 crore, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee's assets worth Rs 1.25 crore". The Economic Times. 3 September 2011. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  3. ↑ "Vasant Kunj". Retrieved 13 February 2018.
  4. ↑ "Investor Support - Shareholders Communication - airtel". www.airtel.in. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  5. ↑ "CCCL to build ONGC corporate office". constructionweekonline.in. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  6. ↑ "Contact Us." Bloomsbury Books. Retrieved on 14 October 2012. "Bloomsbury India Bloomsbury Publishing India Pvt Limited VISHRUT Building Building no3, DDA Complex, Ground Floor Pocket C 6&7, Vasant Kunj New Delhi 110070 India"
  7. ↑ http://www.research.ibm.com/labs/india/visitor-new-delhi.shtml
  8. ↑ "Business News Today: Read Latest Business news, India Business News Live, Share Market & Economy News".
  9. ↑ "Triumph opens showroom in Delhi". hindustantimes.com. 6 June 2014. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  10. ↑ "Triumph inaugurates showroom in New Delhi, 1st in North India - Team-BHP". team-bhp.com. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  11. ↑ "The Grand New Delhi - 5-Star Luxury Hotel in New Delhi". www.thegrandnewdelhi.com. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  12. ↑ "EPCH House Number, Head Office Number, contact Details". epch.in. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  13. ↑ "TERI School of Advanced Studies - Masters and Ph.D in Delhi".
  14. ↑ "Google". www.google.co.in. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  15. ↑ "DPS Vasantkunj champion". The Hindu. 1 December 2009. Retrieved 22 January 2018 – via www.thehindu.com.
  16. ↑ "Top Ten schools of South-West Delhi". hindustantimes.com. 7 September 2012. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  17. ↑ https://www.dda.org.in/sports/vasant_kunj_sports_complex.htm
  18. ↑ "Vasant Kunj Sports Complex". ddasports.in. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  19. ↑ "Check out the horse-riding schools in Delhi". India Today. 12 December 2005. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  20. ↑ http://www.ilbs.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=101&Itemid=125
  21. ↑ "Top Hospital - Fortis Flt Lt Rajan Dhall Hospital Vasant Kunj Delhi, India". Fortis Healthcare Limited. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
  22. ↑ http://pfrda.org.in/MyAuth/Admin/showimg.cshtml?ID=520
  23. ↑ http://www.nbtindia.gov.in/default.aspx
  24. ↑ "ICADR::Contact Us". icadr.nic.in. Retrieved 22 January 2018.

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