Parvez Sultan writes on heritage, urban-civic issues, Delhi government, and politics. Earlier, he headed hyper local bureau — South Delhi — at Hindustan Times. He has earlier reported on Delhi government, political parties, municipal bodies, Delhi High Court, Lokayukta and Central Administrative Tribunal.
Articles by Parvez Sultan
Orders and plans but no action to clear Chandni Chowk chaos
The Delhi high court has ordered all authorities responsible to remove encroachments and illegal religious structures from Chandni Chowk within three weeks. The Mughal-era bazar is located at the centre of the city of Shahjahanabad, one of Delhi’s heritage hubs. However, due to unplanned development and commercialisation, several heritage structures that include grand havelis are lying in ruins.
Published on Apr 01, 2016 03:36 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Parvez Sultan, New Delhi
Builders breathe a sigh of relief, as construction set to get easier
Updated on Mar 19, 2016 01:36 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Parvez Sultan, New Delhi
Sewaiyyan, dates, pakora: Food biz on Ramzan high in Old Delhi
Under a net of silver confetti, 33-year-old Wasim lays out a platter of five different kinds of pakora around five every evening. As he waits for customers, often waving his red keffiyeh over the snacks, he is sure of one thing.
Updated on Jul 05, 2015 11:18 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Parvez Sultan and Neha Pushkarna, New Delhi
Kiran Bedi forces rethink on BJP among Old Delhi Muslims
The entry of Kiran Bedi and Shazia Ilmi have left Muslim voters in the Walled City confused.
Updated on Jan 22, 2015 01:05 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Parvez Sultan, New Delhi