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Kallu Khasab Gali is a street in Old Delhi which is named after a criminal.
According to reports, people associate Bandook Wali Gali with the 1857 revolution.
Old Delhi has its own essence and charm. Do you know there are many stories related to the narrow lanes of Old Delhi? People have advanced in the race of progress throughout time, yet these stories remain well-known in Old Delhi. The stories of the streets with strange names are very famous in the whole of Delhi and the country. The current generation has forgotten it. Today, let’s take a look at the stories related to the Old Delhi streets with quirky names.
Bulbuli Khana Chowk: Irshad Alam, head of Talent Group, who has brought storytelling to life in Old Delhi, said in an interview this street is full of stories. It is said that the street is named after the bird bulbul. Today, the birds are not seen here, but the people are crazy about birds here. One can see flocks of pigeons on the roofs. This is where the tomb of Razia Sultana, the first woman ruler of Delhi is located.
Bandook Wali Gali: According to reports, people associate this place with the revolution of 1857. Some claim that in the past, individuals with firearms lived here. This is also why it was given the name Bandook Wali Gali.
Imli Wali Gali: It is reported that there used to be a hill in Old Delhi known as Bhojla Pahadi. There was a large tamarind tree on top of this hill. Although there is neither hill or tamarind tree now, the roadway is still known as Imli Wali Gali.
Kallu Khasab Gali: There is a street in Old Delhi that is named after a criminal. Local resident Jamal Ahmed says that it is called Kallu Khasab Gali because there was a criminal named Kallu. People here were terrified due to his fear.
Ghode Wali Gali: It is located on Goshala Road in Karol Bagh. Horses are reared here for 100 years. According to locals, this is a 100-year-old business for many families. The number of such households is quite low now.