New Symbol of Indian Democracy- India’s Majestic New Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate India’s new parliament building today, despite a boycott by opposition parties who believe President Droupadi Murmu should perform the honors. The new building, constructed by Tata Projects Ltd, is a four-storey triangular structure with a built-up area of 64,500 square meters. It features various elements reflecting India’s diverse culture, such as carpets from Mirzapur, bamboo flooring from Tripura, and stone carvings from Rajasthan.
The new parliament building includes a grand constitution hall, a lounge for Members of Parliament (MPs), a library, multiple committee rooms, dining areas, and ample parking space. It has three main gates named Gyan Dwar, Shakti Dwar, and Karma Dwar, with separate entrances for VIPs, MPs, and visitors. Notably, the Lok Sabha chamber can accommodate 888 members, the Rajya Sabha chamber can seat 300 members, and for a joint session, up to 1,280 MPs can be accommodated in the Lok Sabha chamber.
A significant feature of the inauguration is the installation of the historical sceptre called Sengol, which was received by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru from the British. Previously housed in a museum in Allahabad, the Sengol will now be placed near the chair of the Lok Sabha Speaker. The BJP and Congress have clashed over the symbolic meaning of the Sengol, with the BJP dismissing the Congress’s rejection of its significance.
The new parliament building’s construction became necessary due to the inadequacy of the existing structure, completed in 1927. With its modern amenities and capacity to accommodate a larger number of members, the new building aims to better serve India’s present-day parliamentary requirements.
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