Seva Teerth-Nagrikdevo Bhava
Why in News?
- PM Modi dedicated Seva Teerth to the nation, emphasizing selfless public service and the "India First" principle.​
- PM signed first decisions from the office, including PM RAHAT scheme for accident victims, support for 6 crore Lakhpati Didis (women entrepreneurs), farmer boosts, and youth/startup aid.
Key Information & Features
- Consolidated Governance: The complex brings the PMO, the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS), and the Cabinet Secretariat under a single roof to improve coordination and efficiency.
- Associated Buildings: Along with Seva Teerth, the PM dedicated Kartavya Bhavan 1 & 2, which house key ministries like Finance, Defence, and Agriculture.
- Motto and Philosophy: "Nagrikdevo Bhava" underscores treating citizens as divine; PM Modi linked it to India's civilizational ethos of seva (service), Viksit Bharat (Developed India), and Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).
- Green Standards: Built according to 4-Star GRIHA standards, the facilities include renewable energy systems, water conservation, and advanced waste management.
- Modern Infrastructure: Features digitally integrated offices, structured public interface zones, and high-performance building envelopes for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Commemorative Release: To mark the occasion, a special ₹100 commemorative coin and a postage stamp featuring the Seva Teerth building and the "Nagrik Devo Bhava" motto were released.
- Museum Transition: The historic South Block will be converted into a museum and integrated into the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum.
- Location and Design: Modern facility in New Delhi designed for innovation, fresh ideas, and efficient governance; open to "noble thoughts from all directions" per Vedic mantra.
- Symbolic Shift: Moves away from colonial symbols since 2014; PM described it as a "sacred space" for duty, compassion, and welfare of 140 crore Indians.​​
- Inaugural Highlights: PM shared event glimpses on social media; addressed staff to adopt citizen-first mindset; first approvals target poor, farmers, women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
