New Delhi, Feb 13 (NationPress) The relocation of the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) from the South Block in Raisina Hills to the newly inaugurated building ‘Seva Teerth’ not only signifies a historic moment for the highest office but also highlights a significant transformation in the public’s mindset since Prime Minister Narendra Modi assumed power.

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The strategic initiative to eliminate structures associated with the colonial era and to rename and rebrand public institutions emphasizes the Modi administration’s commitment to prioritizing public service in governance.

By renaming and relocating the PMO to ‘Seva Teerth’, the government is taking a substantial step. This is not merely a singular action; while Seva Teerth becomes the new epicenter of the PMO, it will also house the Cabinet Secretariat, the National Security Advisor's office, and India House. Additionally, the inauguration of Kartayva Bhavans 1 & 2 will facilitate several high-profile ministries, including Defence and External Affairs, to operate in a more integrated manner.

This move illustrates the Centre's determination to place a “citizen-first” approach at the forefront of governance, distancing itself from the authoritative image that these former structures represented.

Previously, various state governments and Union Territories (UTs) transitioned their Lieutenant Governors’ residences from Raj Niwas to Lok Niwas, following the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) directive, which asserted that the old naming conventions “evoked colonialism”.

In 2022, Rajpath was renamed to Kartavya Path, with the new title officially inaugurated in September of that year. This renaming reaffirmed the government's message to replace “entitlement with duty”.

In 2016, the Prime Minister’s residence was renamed Lok Kalyan Marg. Although this change seemed minor, it carried significant implications by reminding the public that the primary objective of governance is public welfare. Historically, this residence was known as 7 Race Course Road (RCR).

Now, ‘Seva Teerth’ is the official address of the PMO. With the Cabinet Secretariat and the NSA’s office in the same complex, this iconic building is set to redefine the PMO's operational dynamics, prioritizing the spirit of service and national interests above all.

This development reinforces Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to eliminate the remnants of colonial legacy and to establish new ‘Indian-ised’ institutions rooted in values of responsibility and public service.

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