There was a time when Novembers in Delhi meant bright ... picnic blankets at India Gate or Lodhi Gardens, stroll leisurely in the city's parks or gaze at the majestic monuments.

The highlight of the day was the Shahi Guzargah Mosam-e-Bahar Parade, a majestic procession from Delhi Gate to Masjid Wazir Khan Chowk, capturing the true essence of Lahore's glorious past.