Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 184 newly constructed Type-VII multi-storey flats for Members of Parliament (MPs) at Baba Kharak Singh Marg in New Delhi on August 11, 2025. The project aims to resolve the long-standing shortage of adequate MP housing by providing spacious, modern, and eco-friendly residences with five bedrooms, dedicated office spaces, and rooms for support staff.
The complex features green building technology, earthquake resistance, Divyangjan-friendly design, and amenities such as underground parking, community centres, and shops, ensuring MPs can focus fully on their public duties.
A Modern, Sustainable Housing Complex for Parliamentarians
The new residential complex consists of four towers named Krishna, Godavari, Kosi, and Hooghly, symbolising India’s great rivers that sustain millions. Each flat covers about 5,000 square feet, larger than previous MP residences, and includes office spaces for MPs and their assistants as well as accommodation for support staff.
“I had inaugurated the Common Central Secretariat on the Kartavya Path, Kartavya Bhawan, a few days ago. And today, I have got the opportunity to inaugurate the residential complex for my associates. The four towers, Krishna, Godavari, Kosi, Hooghly, named after India’s greatest rivers, which gives life to everyone, will inspire the lives of the public representatives, by filling them with a new wave of joy,” Prime Minister Modi said.
Designed to meet National Building Code (NBC) 2016 standards and awarded a GRIHA 3-star green rating, the buildings incorporate energy-efficient and sustainable features. Key amenities include high-speed elevators, full power backup, modern fire safety systems, earthquake resistance, and facilities accessible to persons with disabilities (Divyangjan-friendly), as per reports.
“The use of advanced construction technology – specifically, monolithic concrete with aluminum shuttering – enabled timely completion of the project while ensuring structural durability. The complex is also Divyang-friendly, demonstrating a commitment to inclusive design,” reads the PMO statement.
There is also underground parking for 500 vehicles and internal shops to meet daily needs. During the inauguration, PM Modi planted a Sindoor sapling, interacted with the ‘shramjeevis’ (construction workers), and expressed gratitude to all involved in the project.
Addressing the MPs’ Housing Crunch and Economic Efficiency
Prime Minister Modi underscored that before 2014, India witnessed no new MP residences, forcing parliamentarians, especially newcomers, to struggle with the acute shortage of housing in Delhi. Since 2014, more than 350 MP residences have been constructed, with the latest 184 flats designed to accommodate over 180 MPs under one roof.
Modi highlighted the significant cost savings, noting that government expenditure on ad-hoc MP housing and rented office spaces was once exorbitant, with ministries alone paying nearly Rs 1,500 crore annually on rented premises.
He emphasized this residential project as part of a broader vision linking government infrastructure development, such as the Kartavya Path Secretariat and new Parliament complex, with citizen welfare initiatives like PM Awas Yojana housing for millions. Modi also addressed political sensitivity around the naming of the ‘Kosi’ tower, calling for unity and respect while taking a gentle jibe at opposition parties.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
The inauguration of these state-of-the-art Type-VII flats marks a substantial step toward supporting India’s elected representatives by removing personal housing challenges, thereby allowing MPs to focus on governance and public service.
This development reflects a governance priority centered on infrastructure modernisation and operational efficiency.
