Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Asian Games Village Redevelopment Concerns Emerge
The Asian Games Village in Delhi, built for athletes in 1982, is seeing some changes.
HUDCO plans to rebuild a few flats, leading to worries from residents and architects.
They are concerned about the new buildings' style and whether they will fit in with the current low-rise design, which has a strong sense of community.
The original architecture by Raj Rewal, known for its community-focused design, is considered a historical example of modern Indian architecture.
Some residents feel it is a microcosm of India where festivals are celebrated.
The main concern is about preserving the existing atmosphere and design of the village.
The Asian Games Village in Delhi, built in 1982, is undergoing planned reconstruction.
HUDCO is redeveloping some of its properties in the complex.
Residents and architectural experts express concerns about the project's design.
The complex was designed by architect Raj Rewal and has a strong community feel.
Some residents are worried about high-rise buildings or commercial properties replacing the existing low-rise residential design.
- Who
- Residents and architectural critics of the Asian Games Village and HUDCO
- What
- HUDCO plans to reconstruct residential flats in the Asian Games Village.
- When
- Construction in 1982, with planned reconstruction in the present
- Where
- Asian Games Village, South Delhi
- Why
- To update and maintain the residential complex.
Preservation Advocates
Development Supporters
Architectural Integrity
Preservation Advocates
The redevelopment should be in harmony with the existing construction to maintain the original design's integrity and community feel.
Development Supporters
The reconstruction project is small and some residents are overreacting.
Heritage Value
Preservation Advocates
The Village represents a historical example of modern Indian architecture and the redevelopment should conserve the design.
Development Supporters
Not explicitly stated in articles.
- Location
- South Delhi, India
- Original Construction
- 1982 by DDA
- Original Purpose
- Accommodation for Asian Games athletes
- Current Owners
- Private individuals and government organizations
- Planned Redevelopment
- Reconstruction of some flats
- Architect
- Raj Rewal