The New Parliament In Delhi: A Tour

26 MAY, 2023

Dristi Sharma

Video: Twitter/ Narendra Modi

After four years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will finally unveil the new Parliament building on Sunday, May 28.

THe new parliament

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The new Parliament building cost Rs 13,000 crore to be built.

COST: Rs 13,000 CRORE

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At least 20 political parties are boycotting the inauguration of the new Parliament, while 25 are attending it.

opposition boycott

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The new Parliament will showcase stunning artwork and include a ceremonial sceptre called Sengol, which will mark the transfer of power to the new Parliament.

talk of the town: SENGOL

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The new Parliament will have a much bigger Lok Sabha, with space for 888 MPs. It is peacock-themed. 

a new lok sabha

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Previously, the Upper House could hold 284 seats; it now has 394 seats. It is lotus-themed.  

rajya sabha revamped

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Central Vista 2.0 buildings will have new spacious, secured and high-tech offices. 

spacious offices

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It will also have a bigger library. The outdoors will have more greenery and open space. 

what else is new?

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All set to complement the open courtyard, the Central Lounge is where members can engage in some 'charcha' (interaction).

Finally, a central lounge

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According to the project’s website, the new structure is a symbol of India's progress and will reflect the "aspirations of the 135 crore Indians”. 

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