CR PARK SPEAKS NEWSLETTER

Tapovan: From Dumpyard to Living Example of HKL Community Action By Dr. Joy Dey, Pocket 40, CR Park. Right in the heart of Chittaranjan Park, next to the Kali Mandir, stood a parcel of abandoned land that was slowly turning into a dumpyard. The land began to be tended to by SIGN (Social Initiative for Green Neighborhood) and its members, with especially active stewardship from the late Biplab Dasgupta. What started as a small, committed effort gradually drew in others, who contributed their time, effort, and resources to restore the space. Today, Tapovan stands as a serene urban green space—where flowers bloom, birds return, and neighbors gather. It is not just a physical transformation, but a reflection of what a committed community can achieve together. Members of SIGN recently came together at Tapovan on a Sunday morning, joining similar walks held across the world. The gathering marked the first HKL Meditation Walk in Delhi, part of a growing global movement that, in just a...

Daylight Crimes Raise Alarm in CR Park: Residents Demand Immediate Action by Dr Anindita Roy (Ph.D), Design Educator & Citizen Journalist , Civic Media, CR Park Speaks Chittaranjan Park, often known for its close-knit community and cultural vibrancy, has recently witnessed two disturbing incidents that have left residents concerned about their safety—even in broad daylight. Chain Snatching Near Market 1 In a shocking incident around 4:15 PM , near Market 1, close to Bangiya Samaj, a woman became the target of a chain-snatching attempt. Two assailants on a motorbike approached her and forcibly snatched her chain and pendant. Displaying remarkable courage, the woman resisted and tried to fight back. In an attempt to escape, the attackers allegedly tried to stab her, resulting in injuries. The brazenness of this act—occurring in daylight in one of CR Park’s busiest areas—has deeply unsettled residents. Theft from Third Floor Residence in F Block In another incident reporte...