India’s prime minister has been accused of selling off the nation’s heritage after the government said it would hand responsibility for its iconic Red Fort\u00a0to a private company.<\/p>\n
New Delhi\u2019s Ministry of Tourism last week transferred \u201cmaintenance responsibilities\u201d for the 17th century fortress to the Dalmia Group company, which left critics questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s commitment to the country\u2019s landmarks.\u00a0<\/p>\n
"They are handing over the iconic\u00a0monument\u00a0to a private business. What is your commitment to the idea of India, to the history of India?\u201d said the opposition Congress Party\u2019s chief spokesman, Pawan Khera.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe know you have no commitment, but we still want to ask you."<\/p>\n
The Dalmia…<\/p>\n
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