Debate Emerges Over Removal of Edwin Lutyens' Bust at Rashtrapati Bhavan

The bust of Edwin Lutyens, architect of Rashtrapati Bhavan, was removed as part of efforts to 'decolonise' Indian public spaces, sparking debate. Supporters view the removal as shedding colonial legacies, while critics argue Lutyens' architectural contributions represent cultural synthesis and should be preserved. The discussion reflects broader tensions over how India reconciles its colonial past with national identity and heritage preservation.