New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Chairman Keshav Chandra and Marisa Gerards, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, kicked off the NDMC Tulip Festival 2026 at Shanti Path. The event featured a Tulip Walk and an exhibition displaying various tulip varieties and historical monuments.
Chandra mentioned that the NDMC has set up an exhibition showcasing the history of tulips and surrounding monuments at Shanti Path. For the second consecutive year, the NDMC has made one lakh potted tulip bulbs available for public sale at various locations in New Delhi.
Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal expressed pride in organizing the fourth edition of the Tulip Festival 2026, following positive feedback from the public over the years. The NDMC started planting tulip bulbs in 2017-18 on a trial basis, which has now become an annual tradition.
Chahal highlighted that the NDMC procured a total of 5,17,500 tulip bulbs this year, with a significant portion planted at key locations across the city. The festival aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Viksit Bharat” and signifies a source of pride for the nation.
Ambassador Marisa Gerards emphasized the symbolic significance of the tulips, reflecting the friendship and partnership between nations. The festival not only celebrates shared history but also promotes collaboration in trade, innovation, and people-to-people ties.
