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Seva Teerth
- 16 Feb 2026
- 2 min read
The Prime Minister inaugurated 'Seva Teerth', an integrated administrative complex that houses the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS), and Cabinet Secretariat.
- Historical Significance: This shift, ending nearly 8 decades of the PMO functioning from South Block (now part of Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum), occurred on the 95th anniversary of New Delhi's formal inauguration (13th February, 1931) as India's modern capital.
- Philosophical Meaning: The name derives from Sanskrit: "Seva" means "service" or selfless dedication, while "Teerth (Tirtha)" signifies a "sacred place" or "crossing point" enabling liberation from obstacles.
- The complex bears the inscription "Nagrik Devo Bhava" (citizen is akin to God).
- Architectural Influences: Designed by Dr Bimal Patel, the entrance portal features stone screen-work from Chalukyan temples (11th-13th centuries), while floral stone motifs derive from square-based geometric temple patterns.
- Metal-clad domes inspired by Buddha stupas serve as contemporary accent elements.
- It forms a key component of the Central Vista redevelopment project and is clad in white and red sandstone. The facility features modern open workspaces, the high-tech 'India House' for international summits, and 4-star green building standards.
- First Official Acts: In its first decision at Seva Teerth, the PM launched the PM RAHAT Scheme to provide assured hospitalization and treatment for road accident victims, ensuring no life is lost due to lack of immediate medical care.
| Read More: Central Vista Redevelopment Project |
