“Considering the nature of the programme and the precedence of organising such shows near the Old Fort, etc, permission will be granted subject to certain conditions,” a DDA statement issued on Monday said.

The proposed sound and light show at Qutab Minar will depict the history of the Capital spanning from the Mahabharat to the Mughal era.   

The ITDC has identified this world heritage site for the show in view of the upcoming Commonwealth Games. The corporation, however, has to seek clearance and NOCs from all concerned authorities such as Ridge Management Board, Archaeological Survey of India, Municipal Corporation of Delhi and the Conservator of Forests.

Though DDA may allot land to ITDC, it will still hold the title of the land. “The title of the land will remain with DDA and the site will not be allotted to ITDC either on licence or on lease basis,” the statement said.