PM Modi to Unveil and Inaugurate Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan Complexes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to officially reveal the name of the new administrative building complex, Seva Teerth, on Friday at approximately 1:30 PM. Following this announcement, later in the evening around 6 PM, he will formally inaugurate the Seva Teerth complex along with Kartavya Bhavan-1 and Kartavya Bhavan-2. The Prime Minister will also address a public gathering at the venue to mark this significant occasion.
Modernizing India's Administrative Infrastructure
According to a detailed press release issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), this inauguration represents a major step forward in reshaping and modernizing India's administrative infrastructure. The initiative underscores Prime Minister Modi's focused vision of creating a governance system that is not only modern and streamlined but also highly accessible and centered on meeting citizens' needs effectively.
Key Government Offices to be Housed in the New Complexes
The Seva Teerth complex will serve as the new integrated headquarters for several critical central government offices that were previously functioning from disparate locations. These include:
- The Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
- The National Security Council Secretariat
- The Cabinet Secretariat
Meanwhile, the Kartavya Bhavan-1 and Kartavya Bhavan-2 complexes will accommodate numerous major ministries, bringing them under one roof to enhance coordination. The ministries set to be housed here are:
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of Defence
- Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs
- Ministry of Education
- Ministry of Culture
- Ministry of Law and Justice
- Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
- Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
- Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
- Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Addressing Long-Standing Administrative Challenges
The PMO statement highlighted that for many years, several crucial government offices and ministries operated from outdated buildings scattered across different parts of the Central Vista area in Delhi. This fragmented arrangement led to significant challenges, including:
- Coordination difficulties between departments
- Administrative inefficiencies
- Rising maintenance expenses
- Less-than-ideal working conditions for employees
The newly developed Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan complexes aim to resolve these persistent issues by consolidating various administrative functions within modern, well-equipped, and future-ready facilities designed for optimal performance.
State-of-the-Art Features and Sustainability Measures
Both complexes are equipped with advanced features to promote efficiency and citizen engagement. These include:
- Digitally integrated workspaces
- Dedicated public interface areas
- Centralized reception facilities
These elements are expected to foster greater inter-departmental coordination, enhance administrative efficiency, and ensure smoother governance processes. Additionally, the buildings have been designed in alignment with 4-Star GRIHA standards, incorporating several sustainability measures:
- Renewable energy systems
- Water conservation mechanisms
- Efficient waste management practices
- High-performance building envelopes
Together, these eco-friendly initiatives are intended to minimize environmental impact while improving the operational performance of the complexes.
Enhanced Safety and Security Infrastructure
The PMO statement further emphasized that the Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan complexes are supported by robust safety and security systems. These include:
- Smart access controls
- Comprehensive surveillance networks
- Advanced emergency response infrastructure
These measures ensure a secure and accessible environment for both government officials and visitors, aligning with the goal of creating a modern administrative hub that prioritizes safety alongside efficiency and sustainability.
