Tripura finds its presence in the newly constructed Parliament Bhawan, not only politically but also aesthetically as one noteworthy aspect of the building’s design is the incorporation of eco-friendly bamboo products and artifacts from Tripura. Carpet mats made from bamboo have been used for the flooring, emphasizing the sustainable nature of the material and showcasing Tripura’s contribution to the project.
The idea is the newly constructed Parliament building should stand as a testament to the country’s unity and commitment to sustainable practices. The utilization of diverse materials from various states highlights the collective effort that went into creating this iconic structure.
In addition to Tripura bamboo and carpet mats, the building features carpets from Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh and stone carvings from Rajasthan, representing the rich cultural diversity of India. The teakwood used in the construction was sourced from Nagpur in Maharashtra, while the red and white sandstone was procured from Sarmathura in Rajasthan, known for supplying materials to renowned landmarks such as the Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb in the national capital.
The construction materials further include Kesharia green stone from Udaipur, red granite from Lakha near Ajmer, and white marble sourced from Ambaji in Rajasthan. The use of these materials signifies the collective efforts of the entire nation, reflecting the spirit of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” (One India, Great India).
The false ceilings in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha chambers feature steel structures sourced from the union territory of Daman and Diu, while the furniture was crafted in Mumbai. The stone ‘jaali’ (lattice) works adorning the building were sourced from Rajnagar in Rajasthan and Noida in Uttar Pradesh.
The emblematic Ashoka Emblem and Ashok Chakra were sourced from Aurangabad in Maharashtra, Jaipur in Rajasthan, and Indore in Madhya Pradesh. Notably, the construction also incorporated manufactured sand (M-sand) from Charkhi Dadri in Haryana, an environmentally friendly alternative to riverbed-dredged sand.
Furthermore, fly ash bricks used in the construction were sourced from Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, while brass works and pre-cast trenches were provided by Ahmedabad in Gujarat.
The new Parliament building, with its innovative triangular design, surpasses its predecessor in both size and capacity. Covering an area of 64,500 square meters, it is approximately three times larger than the old building.
The Lok Sabha chamber, inspired by the national bird, the peacock, has been designed to accommodate 888 members, while the Rajya Sabha chamber, inspired by the national flower, the lotus, can seat 384 representatives. These symbolic designs epitomize India’s unity in diversity and its national identity within the parliamentary space.
The completion of the new Parliament building signifies the successful culmination of a project that brought together materials and elements from different states, exemplifying national unity and cooperation.
