Sitaram Bazar
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Sitaram Bazar | |
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| State | Delhi |
| District | Central Delhi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 110006 |
Sitaram Bazar (Hindi: सीताराम बाज़ार, also spelled Sita Ram Bazar) is a historic sublocality in Old Delhi, located within the Chandni Chowk area of Central Delhi, India. Part of the Shahjahanabad region established during the Mughal era, it is renowned for its centuries-old havelis, wholesale markets, and street food culture. Nearby landmarks include the Red Fort and Jama Masjid.
Sitaram Bazar traces its origins to the 17th century, when Emperor Shah Jahan founded Shahjahanabad as the capital of the Mughal Empire.[1]
Its historical significance was captured in the 1993 short film Bazaar Sitaram, directed by Neena Gupta, which portrayed a year in the community's life, highlighting its social and cultural dynamics. The Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation is currently working to preserve the area's heritage while improving infrastructure, recognising its historical value.[2][3][4]