Chirag Delhi

Chirag Delhi (चिराग दिल्ली) is a large and old village in south Delhi.

History

Chirag Dilli old entrance gate

It is located in south Delhi, in the vicinity of Mehrauli, Hauz Khas and Lado Sarai villages.

Lotansingh Ahlawat Wrestler and Go Rakshak during 1890
Rakesh Gullaiya MCD councillor from Chirag Delhi
Chaudhary Dilip Singh Sehrawat (badal) Teacher and Shayar
Chaudhary Kaliram Ahlawat - being one of the most educated jats in Whole Delhi after the time of independence in the 1950's. He studied in st.stefen college of Delhi University and was a Representative of Chirag Dilli village being one of the most educated jats in delhi. He was later known for the Jat school build in Hodal and the main Hauz khas Road that is used even today. Today his Great-grandchildren are still a part of Chirag Dilli and connected to the roots.

B.S.Sherawat - Lt. Sh. B.S. Sherawat was very eloquent and was a fearless leader who championed the rights of the downtrodden in society. His passion for the upliftment of the weaker sections in society played a strong role in his decision to join the legal profession in 1973. He was elected as Member of State Bar Counsil in the year 1981 up to 2006, and even served as Chairman from 1999 to 2001 of Bar Counsil Of Delhi. The legacy of carry forward by his son Rakesh Sherawat who is presently Co. Chairman of Delhi Bar Council.