Mayor Pravesh Wahi on Monday named the road linking Kanjhawala Road and Nangal Thakran village after Chaudhary Chhattar Singh Pehalwan, a celebrated wrestler from Delhi. A memorial gate was also inaugurated in his honor in the Narela Zone.
Event Details and Attendees
The event was attended by North West Delhi MP Yogendra Chandolia, Delhi Social Welfare Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh, Leader of the House Jai Bhagwan Yadav, and other civic representatives. A large number of local residents and wrestling enthusiasts also gathered to pay tribute.
Mayor's Remarks on Legacy
Describing Chhattar Singh as a symbol of dedication and sporting excellence, Wahi said the wrestler’s legacy would continue to inspire future generations. “The memorial gate and the road named after him will serve as a lasting reminder of his contribution to the sport and the values he upheld,” the Mayor said.
Development Agenda Highlighted
The programme also provided a platform for highlighting the BJP-led administration’s development agenda in Delhi. Wahi said the city government was working to strengthen civic infrastructure and improve public services, including pensions, roads, and street lighting. He appealed to residents to help keep neighborhoods clean, stressing that sanitation was a shared responsibility of civic agencies and citizens. He also highlighted the MCD’s cleanliness helpline, 155305, through which residents can register sanitation-related complaints round the clock.
MP's Tribute
MP Yogendra Chandolia said naming the road and dedicating the memorial gate was a fitting tribute to the wrestling icon. He added that the government was working to bridge development gaps and expand infrastructure across the Capital.
