Seva Teerth

Inauguration Date: 16 February 2026
Complex Name: Seva Teerth (Sanskrit: Seva = service, Teerth = sacred place)
Offices Housed: Prime Minister's Office (PMO), National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS), Cabinet Secretariat
Architect: Dr. Bimal Patel
Architectural Highlights: Chalukyan stone screen‑work, floral motifs from temple geometry, metal‑clad domes inspired by Buddha stupas, white and red sandstone façade
First Official Scheme: PM RAHAT Scheme – assured hospitalization for road‑accident victims
Project Context: Integral to the Central Vista Redevelopment Project; built to 4‑star green building standards

The PMO operated from South Block for ≈ 80 years since independence; South Block now forms part of the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum.
The inauguration coincided with the 95th anniversary of New Delhi’s formal inauguration (13 Feb 1931).
The move reflects the broader Central Vista revamp aimed at modernising the administrative heart of the capital while preserving heritage.

Administrative Efficiency: Co‑location of PMO, NSCS and Cabinet Secretariat facilitates faster decision‑making and inter‑agency coordination, especially on security and policy matters.
Symbolic Messaging: Inscription "Nagrik Devo Bhava" (citizen is akin to God) underscores a citizen‑centric governance narrative.
Policy Launch Platform: Immediate rollout of the PM RAHAT scheme signals the complex’s role as a launchpad for flagship welfare programmes.
Urban Planning & Heritage Conservation: Balances modern infrastructure with heritage motifs, setting a precedent for future government projects.

Chalukyan Influence (11th‑13th C): Stone screen‑work at the entrance reflects historic temple craftsmanship.
Buddhist Elements: Metal‑clad domes echo the form of Buddha stupas, blending spiritual symbolism with contemporary design.
Sustainable Design: Achieves 4‑star green building certification, aligning with India’s climate‑friendly construction goals.

Article 368: Allows Parliament to amend the Constitution, which may be invoked for large‑scale urban redevelopment projects.
Article 246 (Union List): Central government’s authority over urban planning and public works under the Union List.
Right to Information Act, 2005: Enhances transparency of large public‑sector projects like Central Vista.

PM RAHAT Scheme: Provides assured medical care for road‑accident victims, aiming to reduce mortality due to delayed treatment.
International Summit Facility – ‘India House’: Designed for high‑profile diplomatic engagements, reinforcing India’s global outreach.