REFORM IN INDIA

Dominion, Volume 14, Issue 121, 15 February 1921, Page 5

REFORM IN INDIA

IMPERIAL LEGISLATIVE CHAMBERS

FOUNDATION STONE LAID BY DUKE,OF CONNAUGHT

By Telegraph—Press Association-Copyright. Delhi, February 12. The Duke of Connaught performed the last of his official functions in laying the- foundation-stone of the Imperial Legislative Chambers in New Delhi. The Viceroy said the building would testify Ito the united interests M BritishIndia and the Indian States, and' would also symbolise the integral connection of the Indian States with the. British Empire. , , , . Tho Duke of Connaughit declared the building would stand as a symbol of India’s rebirth to higher destinies and her solemn entry upon the path of responsible government. He hoped the New Delhi would become one of the great national capitals which would link the peoples of the Empire in enduring peace and prosperity under 'the. British Crown.—Reuter. NON-CO-OPERATORS’ DEMONSTRATION (Rec. February 14, 10.55 p.m.) Delhi, February 13. There was a great noil-co-operators’ demonstration in the city yesterday atteinoon. Gandhi and other extremist leaders in a decorated car, escorted by mounted volunteers, led a procession of a hundred thousand through the streets. The temper of the crowd at times was threatening}. At one point they prevented the American photographer operating bv forcibly holding his arms to his sides, but. no serious incidents so far have been reported.—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn.