60 minutes with Dr. Bimal Patel
4 years, 11 months ago

60 minutes with Dr. Bimal Patel

The Hindu  

Last October, HCP Design, Planning And Management, an Ahmedabad-based private company, won the bid to design a new Parliament and redevelop the Central Vista. There is no doubt that New Delhi, and Central Vista in particular, were built during the Raj, and meant to signify colonial power. The Vista’s importance lies in how the buildings hold the beautiful views, the long avenues, the axial path leading to the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Central Vista is an accessible public open space attracting lots of people.

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Who is Bimal Hasmukh Patel, the Architect Behind the New Parliament Building? EXPLAINED
1 year, 3 months ago

Who is Bimal Hasmukh Patel, the Architect Behind the New Parliament Building? EXPLAINED

News 18  

The new Parliament building, spanning an impressive 64,500 square meters, exudes a sense of grandeur and befits India’s position as a seat of power. He is an accomplished architect, urbanist, and academician who played a crucial role in designing the new Parliament building as part of the Central Vista Project. In addition to his architectural contributions, Patel serves as the …

Bimal Patel: Criticism of the Central Vista in New Delhi can be put to positive use
2 years, 3 months ago

Bimal Patel: Criticism of the Central Vista in New Delhi can be put to positive use

The Hindu  

Architect Bimal Patel, whose firm, HCP Design, Planning and Management, was selected as the Central Public Works Department’s consultant for the redevelopment of the Central Vista in 2019, speaks to The Hindu a month after the first project of the master plan was opened to the public. Question: The revamping of the Central Vista Avenue or Kartavya Path is the …

PM Modi unveils revamped Central Vista Avenue, Netaji Statue at India Gate
2 years, 4 months ago

PM Modi unveils revamped Central Vista Avenue, Netaji Statue at India Gate

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the newly christened Kartavya Path – the stretch of road from Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate, earlier known as Rajpath in a grand ceremony. Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute after inaugurating 28-ft statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose as part of the revamped Central Vista. The PM also walked along the gallery …

A newer, greener Central Vista Avenue: How iconic boulevard has been revamped
2 years, 4 months ago

A newer, greener Central Vista Avenue: How iconic boulevard has been revamped

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the revamped avenue today. It is the first project that has been completed under the government’s ambitious Central Vista redevelopment plan Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Delhi’s revamped Central Vista Avenue, the three-kilometre avenue along the Rajpath which runs from Vijay Chowk to India Gate. The new Central Vista Avenue pic.twitter.com/zFI4UK7n2k — Aman …

Central Vista Avenue to be open to public soon, watch visuals
2 years, 4 months ago

Central Vista Avenue to be open to public soon, watch visuals

Op India  

Following months of construction, the 3-kilometre-long Central Vista Avenue in central Delhi is ready to greet visitors. The Central Vista project involves the reconstruction of Central Vista Avenue, which runs between the Rashtrapati Bhavan and the India Gate and houses all of the union government’s significant buildings. The master plan of the Central Vista project has been prepared by HCP …

In Pics: Redeveloped Central Vista Avenue is ready, set to open for public
2 years, 4 months ago

In Pics: Redeveloped Central Vista Avenue is ready, set to open for public

Hindustan Times  

In Pics: Redeveloped Central Vista Avenue is ready, set to open for public Ahead of the inauguration of the much-awaited revamped Central Vista Avenue in New Delhi, the ministry of housing and urban affairs on Monday released pictures of the lawns and other facilities stretching from Vijay Chowk to the India Gate. Modi is also expected to unveil a statue …

Central Vista set to welcome visitors with state-wise food stalls, walkways, parking lots | PICS
2 years, 4 months ago

Central Vista set to welcome visitors with state-wise food stalls, walkways, parking lots | PICS

India TV News  

Highlights The revamped Central Vista Avenue is all set for inauguration on September 8. Central Vista project: The revamped Central Vista Avenue is all set for inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 8. Image Source : CENTRALVISTA.GOV.INProposed new pedestrian-friendly walkway at Central Vista Avenue "Ice cream carts will only be allowed in the vending zones. Image Source : …

Central Vista: Hyderabad firm lowest bidder for Executive Enclave construction
2 years, 5 months ago

Central Vista: Hyderabad firm lowest bidder for Executive Enclave construction

Hindustan Times  

DEC Infrastructure, a Hyderabad-based construction company, has emerged as the lowest bidder for the construction of the Executive Enclave that will house the Prime Minister's Office, the cabinet secretariat, the India House and the national security council secretariat, news agency PTI reported, citing an official document. The report suggests DEC Infrastructure and Projects Private Limited had quoted an amount of …

'CPWD making significant contribution to governance through Central Vista project,' says Hardeep Singh Puri
2 years, 5 months ago

'CPWD making significant contribution to governance through Central Vista project,' says Hardeep Singh Puri

Firstpost  

Speaking at an event on the 168th foundation day of the Central Public Works Department, the Union housing and urban affairs minister said that India is witnessing an urban renaissance New Delhi: The CPWD is making a significant contribution to governance through the ambitious Central Vista redevelopment project which includes construction of a new parliament building, Vice President Enclave and …

Central Vista Avenue Redevelopment Project to be Completed by July 18, Says Hardeep Singh Puri
2 years, 6 months ago

Central Vista Avenue Redevelopment Project to be Completed by July 18, Says Hardeep Singh Puri

News 18  

The redevelopment project of Central Vista Avenue, stretching from Vijay Chowk to India Gate, will be completed by July 18, Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Thursday. The redevelopment project of the Central Vista the nation's power corridor envisages a new triangular Parliament building, a common central secretariat, the revamping of the three-kilometer-long Rajpath from …

Central Vista Avenue redevelopment project to be completed by July 18: Puri
2 years, 6 months ago

Central Vista Avenue redevelopment project to be completed by July 18: Puri

The Hindu  

The redevelopment project of the Central Vista Avenue, stretching from Vijay Chowk to India Gate, will be completed by July 18, Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Thursday. The redevelopment project of the Central Vista — the nation’s power corridor — envisages a new triangular Parliament building, a common central secretariat, the revamping of the …

What is the Central Vista project?
2 years, 11 months ago

What is the Central Vista project?

Business Standard  

The Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry has been allocated Rs 2,600 crore in Union Budget 2022-23 for the construction of non-residential office buildings of the Central Vista redevelopment project, including the Parliament and Supreme Court. The redevelopment of Central Vista was conceived in September 2019, involving multiple projects spread over six years and estimated to cost Rs 20,000 crore. The …

Central Vista Stretch Required for R-Day Parade Will Be Ready in Time, Some Facilities Later
3 years ago

Central Vista Stretch Required for R-Day Parade Will Be Ready in Time, Some Facilities Later

News 18  

The Central Vista stretch from the Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate required to host the Republic Day Parade will be ready in time, but some facilities will be completed later, according to the project's architectural consultant. The HCP design official told PTI on Wednesday, “The stretch of Central Vista Avenue required for the Republic Day Parade will be ready in …

Central Vista Avenue Project Has Achieved 60% Physical Progress, Govt Tells Lok Sabha
3 years, 1 month ago

Central Vista Avenue Project Has Achieved 60% Physical Progress, Govt Tells Lok Sabha

News 18  

Redevelopment of the Central Vista Avenue, stretching from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate and has a deadline of December 2021, has achieved 60 per cent of physical progress, the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry told the Lok Sabha on Thursday. In a written reply to a question by Congress MP Manish Tewari, Minister of State for Housing and Urban …

'National Importance': Govt Defends Central Vista Construction Amid Alarming AQI
3 years, 1 month ago

'National Importance': Govt Defends Central Vista Construction Amid Alarming AQI

The Quint  

In response to a plea concerning the alarming air pollution levels in Delhi, the Centre told the Supreme Court on Wednesday, 1 December, that the new Parliament building and Central Vista are of 'national importance', indicating why their construction was ongoing despite the growing environmental and health concern. Appearing for petitioner Aditya Dubey, advocate Vikas Singh contended that while smaller …

Central Vista project of national importance: Centre
3 years, 1 month ago

Central Vista project of national importance: Centre

The Hindu  

The Government said on Wednesday that the Central Vista project is of “national importance” and work on it is continuing, even as a construction ban reimposed by the Supreme Court is in place in the Capital. The Urban Affairs Ministry, in its affidavit, assured the Supreme Court that the project to build a new Parliament building and Central Vista avenues …

Will the Central Vista revamp follow Delhi’s recycle legacy?
3 years, 4 months ago

Will the Central Vista revamp follow Delhi’s recycle legacy?

Live Mint  

Recycle and reuse are buzzwords today. Delhi, one of the world’s fastest growing megapolises, has borne witness to the construction of several cities through its history: think Lal Kot, Kilugarhi, Siri, Tughlaqabad, Jahanpanah, Firozabad, Dinpanah and its extension Shergarh, Shahjahanabad, and last of all, New Delhi, built by the British when they decided to shift the imperial capital from Kolkata …

Central Vista project: Republic Day parade next year to be held on refurbished Rajpath
3 years, 5 months ago

Central Vista project: Republic Day parade next year to be held on refurbished Rajpath

India TV News  

The Republic Day parade next year will be held on the refurbished Rajpath as the redevelopment work of the Central Vista Avenue, stretching from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate, is expected to be completed by this November, officials said on Friday. "Reviewed the status of ongoing construction works of Central Vista Avenue project with the secretary of the Ministry of …

Central Vista: Deadline for submission of bids for office buildings extended till 30 July
3 years, 5 months ago

Central Vista: Deadline for submission of bids for office buildings extended till 30 July

Firstpost  

Earlier, the deadline for submission and opening of bids was pushed from 16 to 23 June and then to 14 July New Delhi: The CPWD has once again extended the last date for submission of bids to July 30 for three new office buildings under the Common Central Secretariat being built as part of the government’s ambitious Central Vista redevelopment …

The Vacillating Status Of The Central Vista
3 years, 6 months ago

The Vacillating Status Of The Central Vista

Live Law  

The 'Central Vista project'of the Government of India refers to the plan to alter the arrangement of the Parliament and other heritage buildings in the central administrative precinct in New Delhi. By a 2:1 majority, the Supreme Court ruled that the Petitioners had not been able to demonstrate the impingement of any fundamental right by the administrative policy decision, and …

Central Vista revamp: New Parl, Vice Prez house will be first to be completed
3 years, 6 months ago

Central Vista revamp: New Parl, Vice Prez house will be first to be completed

Hindustan Times  

The vice president’s enclave and the new Parliament House will be the first buildings to be completed, and work on shifting the national museum to the North and South Block will commence last, in the elaborate plan for the Central Vista revamp that requires moving people and offices over the course of the next six years. “The priority will be …

'Central Vista Project Of National Importance' : Delhi High Court Dismisses Plea To Suspend Work Amid COVID; Imposes Rs 1 Lakh Cost On Petitioners
3 years, 7 months ago

'Central Vista Project Of National Importance' : Delhi High Court Dismisses Plea To Suspend Work Amid COVID; Imposes Rs 1 Lakh Cost On Petitioners

Live Law  

A division bench of Chief Justice DN Patel and Justice Jyoti Singh today dismissed with costs of Rs.1,00,000/- a public interest litigation seeking the temporary suspension of construction work on Central Vista Redevelopment Project, in light of CovidThe court said that the government had already stated that the workers were "staying on site" and all arrangements had been made to …

Central Vista project rides roughshod over heritage
3 years, 7 months ago

Central Vista project rides roughshod over heritage

The Hindu  

The capital city of India battles shortage of oxygen, medicines, vaccines, beds, ventilators, and finally, cremation and burial space. Acres of land in Lutyens’ Delhi, from the India Gate circle towards Rajpath, as well as several linked roads, are being dug up and ransacked in a manner not seen in living memory, in order to construct a new Central Vista …

Central Vista: India’s Modi blasted for $2.8bn project amid COVID
3 years, 7 months ago

Central Vista: India’s Modi blasted for $2.8bn project amid COVID

Al Jazeera  

Modi pushes forward with building new parliament and other structures, with critics accusing him of misplaced priorities amid a raging pandemic. New Delhi, India – Almost the entire Indian capital, ravaged by a ferocious second wave of the coronavirus and forced to go under a lockdown, has come to a standstill – except for a “vanity project” undertaken by India’s …

Centra Vista project: Delhi HC reserves order on plea seeking stay on construction
3 years, 7 months ago

Centra Vista project: Delhi HC reserves order on plea seeking stay on construction

India Today  

The Delhi High Court on Monday reserved its order on a plea seeking a stay on the construction of Central Vista in New Delhi amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Our plea clearly states that we are not seeking to overreach the SC order allowing for the Central vista project," Luthra said. He said that the construction work was also underway for …

Artless and heartless: The Hindu Editorial on Central Vista project
3 years, 7 months ago

Artless and heartless: The Hindu Editorial on Central Vista project

The Hindu  

The Government of India’s Central Vista redevelopment project is highly questionable as a national priority at any time, and more so in the midst of a pandemic. The National Museum of India, the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, and the National Archives Annexe are set to be demolished to make way for new buildings. Relocation of the treasures …

"Project Has No Feature Of Essentiality Of Service To Public At Large": Plea In Delhi High Court Seeks Suspension Of Central Vista Redevelopment Project
3 years, 8 months ago

"Project Has No Feature Of Essentiality Of Service To Public At Large": Plea In Delhi High Court Seeks Suspension Of Central Vista Redevelopment Project

Live Law  

A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking suspension of all kinds of construction activity in relation to the Central Vista Redevelopment Project in compliance of the orders issued by the Delhi Disaster Management Authority in wake of the covid 19 surge in the national capital.The petition moved by Anya Malhotra and Sohail Hashmi highlights that the …

Work for Redevelopment of Central Vista Avenue Starts With Bhoomi Pujan by Union Min Hardeep Singh Puri
3 years, 11 months ago

Work for Redevelopment of Central Vista Avenue Starts With Bhoomi Pujan by Union Min Hardeep Singh Puri

News 18  

Work has started on the redevelopment of Central Vista Avenue, the area surrounding Rajpath, with the Bhoomi Pujan ceremony. “The Central Vista Avenue starting from North and South Block to India Gate, that includes the Rajpath, its adjoining lawns and canals, rows of trees, Vijay Chowk and the India Gate plaza is a three-km long stretch,” it said. Delighted to …

Building by accord: The Hindu Editorial on Central Vista and the new Parliament building
4 years ago

Building by accord: The Hindu Editorial on Central Vista and the new Parliament building

The Hindu  

With the Supreme Court’s 2-1 judgment clearing the Central Vista project for New Delhi, the Narendra Modi government can now indelibly reshape the national capital’s visual landscape. Justices A.M. Khanwilkar and Dinesh Maheshwari found no infirmity in the approvals granted by the Central Vista Committee, Delhi Urban Art Commission, the Heritage Conservation Committee and other bodies, paving the way for …

Central Vista plan gets SC nod in 2-1 majority verdict
4 years ago

Central Vista plan gets SC nod in 2-1 majority verdict

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday gave the thumbs-up to the Central government’s over ₹15,000 crore redevelopment plan for the historically significant Central Vista area of New Delhi where a new Parliament, Central Secretariat and union ministries’ offices are to be built. By a 2-1 majority -- the majority judgment was given by justices AM Khanwilkar and Dinesh Maheshwari, while justice …

Central Vista Explainer: All You Need to Know about the New Parliament Project in 10 Points
4 years ago

Central Vista Explainer: All You Need to Know about the New Parliament Project in 10 Points

News 18  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday cleared the decks for the construction of the ambitious Central Vista Project. Here’s a 10-point guide on the revamped Parliament of India – the Central Vista: – The Central Vista revamp, announced in September, 2019 envisages a new triangular Parliament building, with a seating capacity for 900 to 1,200 MPs, that is to be constructed …

Central vista Project | The bid to remake the face of the capital
4 years ago

Central vista Project | The bid to remake the face of the capital

The Hindu  

On December 10, a little over a year after the government announced its ambitious plan to redevelop the 3-km-long historical stretch from the Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate known as the Central Vista, Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off the first part of the project by laying the foundation stone for the new Parliament building. The plan, as drafted by …

Central Vista: Why India needs new parliament building and secretariate
4 years, 1 month ago

Central Vista: Why India needs new parliament building and secretariate

Op India  

One of the major features of the Narendra Modi government has been the opposition the government has faced in almost each and every decision it has taken. One of such projects is the central vista project, including the construction of the new parliament building. This project has two main parts, a new parliament building, and a new secretariat complex to …

Supreme Court allows foundation-laying ceremony for new Parliament building
4 years, 1 month ago

Supreme Court allows foundation-laying ceremony for new Parliament building

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the foundation stone-laying ceremony for the new Parliament building to go ahead as scheduled on December 10 after the government gave an undertaking to keep in abeyance construction or demolition of buildings and shifting of trees in the Central Vista area for now. A Bench led by Justice A.M. Khanwilkar expressed displeasure with the …

SC reserves judgment in Central Vista case
4 years, 2 months ago

SC reserves judgment in Central Vista case

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court reserved its judgment on Thursday in petitions challenging the Central Vista redevelopment project in the national capital. A Bench led by Justice A.M. Khanwilkar said the court would examine whether the project complied with land use and environmental regulations peculiar to the area which houses Parliament and the Central Secretariat buildings. The government has defended its multicrore …

[Central Vista] 'Constitution Envisages Representative Democracy Not Participative":SG Tushar Mehta Tells Supreme Court
4 years, 2 months ago

[Central Vista] 'Constitution Envisages Representative Democracy Not Participative":SG Tushar Mehta Tells Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday resumed hearing on the challenge to the Central Vista project and the government's proposal to construct a new Parliament in Lutyen's Delhi. "We Are Not Spending Money; We are Saving Money", Submits SG In Central Vista Matter On Tuesday, Solicitor-General Tushar Mehta commenced his submissions on the challenge to the Central Vista project and the …

In Supreme Court, Government defends Central Vista plan
4 years, 2 months ago

In Supreme Court, Government defends Central Vista plan

The Hindu  

The Central government on Tuesday defended in the Supreme Court its multi-crore Central Vista redevelopment plan, saying the existing Parliament building, which is nearly 100 years old is under tremendous pressure and not a brick of the heritage structures will be touched while constructing a new Parliament, Central Secretariat and various ministries. A ‘broad vision’ Appearing before a Bench led …

You Can't Impose A Central Vista On People! No Norms Followed : Shyam Divan In Supreme Court
4 years, 2 months ago

You Can't Impose A Central Vista On People! No Norms Followed : Shyam Divan In Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday resumed hearing on the challenge to the Central Vista project and the government's proposal to construct a new Parliament in Lutyen's Delhi. Next, Mr. Diwan indicated the 1962 Master Plan for Delhi, where Central Vista was recognised as an "important site to meet the aspirations of a richer culture" and the "new heart of the …

Central Vista Project: Will First Hear Issue of Challenge to Change of Land Use, Says SC
4 years, 4 months ago

Central Vista Project: Will First Hear Issue of Challenge to Change of Land Use, Says SC

News 18  

The Supreme Court Thursday made clear that it would first hear the "broad issue" regarding challenge to the change of land use for the ambitious Central Vista project, covering three-km stretch from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate in Lutyens' Delhi. "We make it clear that the court will first begin with the hearing of broad issue regarding challenge to the …

[Central Vista Project] Parliament Building Old, Unsafe, Packed To Capacity; New Building Needed : Centre Tells SC [Read Counter Affidavit]
4 years, 5 months ago

[Central Vista Project] Parliament Building Old, Unsafe, Packed To Capacity; New Building Needed : Centre Tells SC [Read Counter Affidavit]

Live Law  

The Centre has filed a Counter Affidavit in the plea seeking for a stay against the Central Vista project which sets out to build a new Parliament and other Central Government offices in Lutyens Delhi. On 17th July, the Supreme Court had directed the Respondents to file a consolidated Reply in 10 days in the plea challenging the use of …

Monumental hurry: On Central Vista project
4 years, 7 months ago

Monumental hurry: On Central Vista project

The Hindu  

The Narendra Modi government is so possessed by its plan to redevelop the Central Vista, the 3-km long stretch from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate, that even a devastating pandemic is no distraction from it. The plan is also to construct a new Parliament building by March 2022 and a common central secretariat by March 2024 along with new residences …

The Wire, Ram Guha peddle fake news about Central Vista project: Facts
4 years, 8 months ago

The Wire, Ram Guha peddle fake news about Central Vista project: Facts

Op India  

Recently, Ramachandra Guha made a hue and cry about Hindustan Times rejecting to publish his article. In Guha’s own assessment, “Kishore focused on one key element in the project: the provision for a grand new house for the prime minister, on Rajpath” The author, Alpana Kishore, tells us that it already cost us about INR 10,000 crores, over the past …

Central Vista: former top officers of MEA express concern
4 years, 8 months ago

Central Vista: former top officers of MEA express concern

The Hindu  

The Centre’s plan to convert North Block and South Block into museums as a part of the larger revamp of the Central Vista has some former top officers of the Ministry of External Affairs, which is located in South Block, concerned about preserving the historic nature of the offices in the building. Former Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao, who retired in …

India’s plan to modernise New Delhi raises heritage concerns
4 years, 9 months ago

India’s plan to modernise New Delhi raises heritage concerns

Al Jazeera  

A three-kilometre stretch in New Delhi featuring some of India’s most iconic landmarks is to be redeveloped, angering historians and conservationists who say the move will rob the country of its heritage and valuable public space. Federal authorities last month said they would change the land use for the 86-acre area that includes Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the India …

Central Vista project should be put on hold indefinitely: Jairam Ramesh
4 years, 9 months ago

Central Vista project should be put on hold indefinitely: Jairam Ramesh

The Hindu  

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday called for indefinitely putting on hold the government’s ambitious Central Vista project, saying the thousands of crores of rupees that will be spent on it could be used for more pressing issues. Ramesh’s comments come in the backdrop of the Centre approving the land use change for execution of the Central Vista redevelopment …

Unravelling the Tangled Knots of Central Vista Redevelopment
4 years, 10 months ago

Unravelling the Tangled Knots of Central Vista Redevelopment

The Quint  

Reviewing the government’s proposal to redevelop the Central Vista of New Delhi as an exclusive government office zone – which includes a new Parliament as well as new residences for the PM and the Vice President – the whole issue seems still more tangled. These may seem like technical matters but need to be highlighted for the general understanding of …

Daring to recast a vision set in stone
5 years ago

Daring to recast a vision set in stone

The Hindu  

In 1913, a British architect with an undisguised disgust for Hindu architecture was chosen to give the British rulers a clear architectural vision of their power and greatness. At present the government plans to build a new Parliament House adjacent to the present one, convert the Secretariat into museums, demolish and replace a number of buildings along the Central Vista …

BJP’s bid to rebuild Delhi’s Central Vista shows how keen it is to put its stamp even on built history
5 years, 2 months ago

BJP’s bid to rebuild Delhi’s Central Vista shows how keen it is to put its stamp even on built history

The Hindu  

Following the extensive redevelopment and radical altering of Varanasi temple precincts last year, the BJP government is now all set to reshape Central Vista in New Delhi, an urban space soaked in political symbolism and rituals. King’s Way became Rajpath, Viceroy’s House was renamed Rashtrapati Bhavan, Council House became Parliament, and King George’s statue in Central Vista was removed. Delhi’s …

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