Heritage Experts Warn of Imminent Collapse of Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor's Homes in Peshawar
Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor’s Ancestral Homes In Peshawar At Risk Of Collapse, Warn Heritage Experts

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The ancestral homes of iconic Indian actors Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor in Peshawar, Pakistan, are at risk of collapse due to neglect and recent earthquakes. Experts urge immediate preservation efforts as the buildings, declared national heritage sites in 2016, deteriorate further with the onset of the rainy season.
- 01Both ancestral homes were declared national heritage sites by the Pakistani government in 2016.
- 02The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government allocated PKR 2.35 crore (approximately $840,000 USD) for their purchase and conversion into museums.
- 03In July 2025, an additional PKR 33.8 million (around $126,000 USD) was approved for restoration efforts, but no progress has been made.
- 04Experts emphasize that the buildings have suffered structural damage from heavy rains and an earthquake on April 3, 2023.
- 05Local residents express urgent concerns over the potential collapse of the buildings, highlighting deep cracks and weakened structures.
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The ancestral homes of legendary Indian actors Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, are in imminent danger of collapse, according to heritage experts and local residents. These buildings, which were declared national heritage sites by the government in 2016, have suffered significant structural damage due to recent heavy rains and an earthquake on April 3, 2023. The Kapoor Haveli, located in the Dhaki Nalbandi area, and Dilip Kumar's house in Mohallah Khudadad are both in alarming states, with roofs caving in and walls crumbling. Despite the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government approving PKR 2.35 crore (approximately $840,000 USD) for their purchase and conversion into museums, no restoration work has been initiated over the past five years. Local heritage activists and residents are calling for immediate action to preserve these historic sites, which hold significant cultural value. Abid Hussain, a local shop owner, voiced concerns about the risk of a major accident due to the buildings' deteriorating conditions, emphasizing the urgent need for restoration efforts.
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The potential collapse of these heritage sites could lead to the loss of significant cultural landmarks in Peshawar, affecting local heritage and tourism.
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