People and Street Life in Connaught Place - NEW DELHI

Street life unfolds daily in Connaught Place, one of the most vibrant commercial and social hubs of New Delhi. This central district, designed during the British colonial period, remains a focal point of everyday activity, where locals, workers and visitors intersect.

The photograph captures a spontaneous street scene: vendors selling roasted root vegetables and seasonal produce, passersby stopping briefly, and the layered rhythm of urban life. Such moments are typical of New Delhi, where informal street commerce plays an essential role in daily routines.

Located in India, within the broader context of Asia, Connaught Place reflects the coexistence of historic urban planning and contemporary street culture, offering an authentic glimpse into the city’s human-scale interactions beyond monuments and landmarks.