Lighting and laser projection on some of Delhi’s iconic monuments in the run-up to the G20 summit has incited outrage among culture enthusiasts and citizens alike. Monuments such as Qutub Minar and Red Fort had been earlier illuminated aesthetically, but are now covered in multi-coloured garish lights. In the lead-up to the summit, Delhi has undergone a striking transformation, one that has ignited a passionate debate among its residents and experts alike. While the city’s historical landmarks have seen extensive restoration, beautification and enhancement efforts, it’s the recent introduction...