India, Aug. 12 -- Lieutenant governor (LG) VK Saxena on Monday laid the foundation stone of the new clock tower being built at the junction of Mandir Marg and Shankar Road near Talkatora stadium.

"I am hopeful that this upcoming clock tower would also become a new landmark in the national capital as it is strategically positioned at the intersection that serves as the gateway to the NDMC area and attract many visitors," LG Saxena said.

Being built by the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) at an estimated cost of Rs.1.8 crore and a timeline of six months, the tower will be 27 feet tall and feature a mix of Mughal, colonial, and Hindu architecture.

Chief minister Rekha Gupta, cabinet minister Parvesh Verma, New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj, N...