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Nehru Place is a large commercial centre in Delhi, India. Although its importance as a financial centre has declined in recent years, Nehru Place is still a prominent commercial area in South Delhi and houses the headquarters of several Indian firms and rivals with other financial centres in the metropolis like Connaught Place, Bhikaji Cama Place and Rajendra Place.[1]
It had been listed as a notorious market between 2009 and 2014 by the USTR for selling counterfeit software, media and goods.[2][3][4][5][6][7][8]
Nehru Place was named after Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of India.
This is part of 11 district centres developed by the Delhi Development Authority in the 1970s.[9][10] It was developed during the Congress govt when Jagmohan was heading the DDA.[11] As per the reports, it was completed in 1972 and it started with 89 buildings. [10]
In the place where Nehru Place is currently situated, there were slums. Jagmohan was the key person who was responsible for the beautification of Delhi.[12][13]
Nehru Place is accessible by all forms of public transport, as it lies next to the Outer Ring Road, an arc that encompasses major parts of South Delhi. In addition, bus services are very frequent, usually once every five to eight minutes. Private taxis are also available, as well as paid parking for cars and motorcycles. The famous Lotus Temple of the Baháʼí Faith is also located close by. Nehru place is also accessible by Delhi Metro. The nearest metro stations include Nehru Place, Kalkaji Mandir and Nehru Enclave.
