Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated 184 newly constructed Type-VII multi-storey flats for Members of Parliament (MPs) at Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi, and took a subtle dig at the Opposition, suggesting they might view the naming of one tower—‘Kosi’—through the lens of the Bihar Assembly elections rather than as the name of a river.
The residential complex comprises four towers named after prominent Indian rivers—Krishna, Godavari, Kosi, and Hooghly. “Some people will feel uncomfortable with Kosi as the name of a tower. They will not view it as a river, but rather through the lens of the Bihar elections,” PM Modi remarked during the ceremony.
Highlighting the project’s significance, Modi said the flats would enhance MPs’ ease of living, allowing them to focus more on their work. “More than 180 MPs will live together here. Since 2014, around 350 MP residences have been constructed,” he noted, adding that the initiative aimed to reduce high government expenses on rented accommodations.
The Prime Minister also praised the engineers and workers involved in the project and planted a Sindoor sapling at the premises. The event was attended by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Union Minister Manohar Lal, and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju.
Built with modern, green, and inclusive features, the self-sufficient complex meets the GRIHA 3-star rating and National Building Code (NBC) 2016 standards. It incorporates earthquake-resistant designs, renewable energy systems, and accessible infrastructure for Divyangjan. Each unit offers ample space for both residential and official functions, along with dedicated office areas, staff accommodation, and a community centre.
The advanced monolithic concrete construction technique ensured timely completion while enhancing structural durability, addressing the long-standing shortage of MP housing in the capital.
