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PM Modi to Inaugurate Seva Teerth, Shifting PMO in Historic Administrative Overhaul

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Seva Teerth building complex, which will become the new home for the Prime Minister's Office, the National Security Council Secretariat, and the Cabinet Secretariat. The inauguration also includes Kartavya Bhavan-1 & 2, which will house several key ministries including Finance, Defence, and Health. These new complexes are designed to consolidate previously fragmented government offices into modern, digitally integrated facilities to improve operational efficiency and coordination. The buildings incorporate sustainable features and advanced security systems, marking a significant shift in India's administrative infrastructure.

Key Points: PM Modi Inaugurates Seva Teerth, PMO Shifts from South Block

  • PMO shifts from South Block to Seva Teerth
  • Consolidates key ministries into modern complexes
  • Designed with 4-Star GRIHA green standards
  • Aims to boost efficiency and citizen-centric governance
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Delhi: Special Cabinet meet on Friday at South Block, PMO to shift to Sewa Tirth

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Seva Teerth & Kartavya Bhavan, marking the PMO's historic shift from South Block to modern, integrated administrative complexes.

"a transformative milestone in India's administrative governance architecture - Official Statement"

New Delhi, February 12

A special cabinet meeting is scheduled to be held tomorrow at the South Block, which is expected to be the last such meeting at this venue. The Prime Minister's Office will soon shift to a new address at Sewa Tirth.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil the name of the building complex Seva Teerth on 13th February, at around 1:30 PM.

Prime Minister will thereafter formally inaugurate Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan-1 & 2 and also address a public programme at Seva Teerth at around 6 PM.

The inauguration marks a transformative milestone in India's administrative governance architecture and reflects the Prime Minister's commitment to building a modern, efficient, accessible and citizen-centric governance ecosystem.

For decades, several key government offices and ministries functioned from fragmented and ageing infrastructure spread across multiple locations in the Central Vista area. This dispersion led to operational inefficiencies, coordination challenges, escalating maintenance costs and sub-optimal working environments. The new building complexes address these issues by consolidating administrative functions within modern, future-ready facilities.

Seva Teerth houses the Prime Minister's Office, the National Security Council Secretariat, the Cabinet Secretariat, all of which were previously located across different locations.

Kartavya Bhavan-1 & 2 accommodate several key ministries, including the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Law & Justice, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers and Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

Both building complexes feature digitally integrated offices, structured public interface zones and centralized reception facilities. These features will foster collaboration, efficiency, seamless governance, improved citizen engagement and enhanced employee well-being. Designed in accordance with 4-Star GRIHA standards, the complexes incorporate renewable energy systems, water conservation measures, waste management solutions and high-performance building envelopes.

These measures significantly reduce environmental impact while enhancing operational efficiency. The building complexes also include comprehensive safety and security frameworks, such as smart access control systems, surveillance networks and advanced emergency response infrastructure, ensuring a secure and accessible environment for officials and visitors.

- ANI

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Priya S
While modern infrastructure is welcome, I hope the massive expenditure on the Central Vista project is justified. The real 'Seva' (service) will be measured by how much more accessible and responsive these new offices are to the common citizen.
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Rohit P
South Block has such historical significance. Feels a bit sad to see the PMO move out. But change is constant, and if this new 'Sewa Tirth' makes governance smoother, then it's a good step forward. The old buildings needed serious upgrades anyway.
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Sarah B
Interesting development. Having the NSCS, Cabinet Secretariat, and PMO together should theoretically improve national security coordination. The tech integration sounds impressive. Hope the 'citizen-centric' design is more than just a slogan.
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Vikram M
'Kartavya Bhavan' is a powerful name – a building of duty. Bringing so many key ministries under one roof (or two!) should cut down on the endless file travel between buildings. Let's see if it reduces red tape for businesses and individuals.
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Kavya N
As a Delhiite, the traffic and security arrangements during this shift will be a nightmare for a few days! 😅 But seriously, if it leads to better public service delivery and a more efficient government, the temporary inconvenience is worth it. Fingers crossed!

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