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5 facts about the new parliament building, the temple of democracy

May 28, 2023
Saqafy Times

5 facts about the new parliament building, the temple of democracy

The new Parliament House can seat 1,280 MPs in joint sittings.

New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new Parliament House today. The interior has three national symbols – the lotus, the peacock and the banyan tree – as its theme. The new parliament building was built by Tata Projects Limited.

Here are 5 facts about the new Parliament House

  1. The new Parliament House has a grand Constitution Hall, a lounge for parliamentarians, a library, several committee rooms, dining areas and ample parking space to showcase India’s democratic heritage.

  2. The triangular-shaped four-storey building has a built-up area of ​​64,500 square metres. It has three main gates – Gyan Dwar, Shakti Dwar and Karma Dwar – and separate entrances for VIPs, parliamentarians and visitors.

  3. The material used for the new building has been sourced from across the country.

  4. The building can comfortably accommodate 888 members in the Lok Sabha chamber and 300 members in the Rajya Sabha chamber.

  5. The Lok Sabha chamber can accommodate 1,280 MPs for a joint sitting of both the houses.