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PM Modi Unveils 'Seva Teerth', New Hub for PMO & Top Secretariats

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the name 'Seva Teerth' for the new building complex that consolidates the Prime Minister's Office, National Security Council Secretariat, and Cabinet Secretariat. This inauguration is part of a broader initiative to move away from colonial-era symbols, which has included renaming Rajpath to Kartavya Path and the Central Secretariat to Kartavya Bhavan. The modern complexes are designed to end operational inefficiencies caused by previously fragmented government offices. They feature digitally integrated offices, eco-friendly systems, and aim to foster collaboration and improved citizen engagement.

Key Points: PM Modi Names PMO Complex 'Seva Teerth' in Delhi

  • New complex named 'Seva Teerth'
  • Houses PMO, NSCS & Cabinet Secretariat
  • Part of move from colonial symbols
  • Features modern, eco-friendly design
  • Aims for efficient, citizen-centric governance
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PM Modi unveils name of complex housing PMO, NSCS and Cabinet Secretariat - 'Seva Teerth'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled 'Seva Teerth', the new integrated complex housing the PMO, NSCS, and Cabinet Secretariat, marking a shift from colonial-era symbols.

"marks a transformative milestone in India's administrative governance architecture - PMO release"

New Delhi, February 13

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled the name of the building complex 'Seva Teerth' in the national captial.

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.

Since 2014, the Modi government has taken steady steps to move away from symbols of India's colonial past and to usher in a mindset shift.

Some of the key changes include the transformation of South Block into Seva Teerth, the Central Secretariat renamed as Kartavya Bhavan, Rajpath rechristened as Kartavya Path, Race Course Road becoming Lok Kalyan Marg, and various Raj Bhavans and Raj Niwas across the country now designated as Lok Bhavan or Lok Niwas.

The 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.

According to an official release from PMO, 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, and the Cabinet Secretariat, all of which were previously located across different locations, a release stated.

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 centralised 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, a release added.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the sentiment is good, I hope the focus on modern, efficient infrastructure translates into faster service delivery for the common citizen. A name change is symbolic, but we need to see the 'seva' (service) in action on the ground.
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Rohit P
Consolidating ministries is a smart move. The old system was so scattered! Hopefully, this leads to better coordination and less bureaucratic delays. The green building features are also commendable.
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Sarah B
Interesting read. As someone from outside India, it's fascinating to see a nation actively redefining its administrative spaces. The focus on sustainability (GRIHA standards) is particularly impressive and forward-thinking.
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Vikram M
Kartavya Path, Seva Teerth, Lok Kalyan Marg... these names instill a sense of duty and public welfare. It's a psychological shift for the officials working there too. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
The project cost must have been enormous. While modern infrastructure is needed, I respectfully question if this was the most urgent priority compared to funding more schools or hospitals. The symbolism is strong, but the expense gives pause.
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Michael C
The digital integration and centralized facilities sound like a major upgrade. Efficiency in government machinery benefits everyone. Hope it works as planned.

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