The New Parliament Building
IndiaContractors: Narsi Interior Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd.
Project description
The New Parliament Building, part of India’s Central Vista Redevelopment Project, is designed for a 150-year lifespan. It replaces the 93-year-old structure, which lacked adequate space, was not earthquake-proof, and faced structural instability. The project features advanced internal wall systems, high-performance acoustic ceilings (0.7 NRC), curved designs, ceilings at >10m heights, all while meeting stringent requirements for performance, aesthetics and finishing.
Main information
Sustainability certification goal
Building size
45 000 m²
Building purpose / type
Government
(Institutional Building)
Building owner name
Government of India
Architect name
HCP Architects
Contractors
Narsi Interior Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd.
Company name: Narsi Interior Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd.
Main Representative: Deepak Bapodra
Number of collaborators: 3500+
Specialties: Civil and Interiors + MEP, Manufacturing of Customised High-end Loose Furnitures, Manufacturing of Promat make Wooden Fire Doors
Founded in: 2009
Biography: Founded in 1986 by Mr. Narsi Kularia, Narsi is a leading interior solutions firm in India with 5,000+ team members and over 850 projects spanning 100 million sq. ft. Led by Mr. Jagdish Kularia and Mr. Aatish Zavar, Narsi has transformed iconic spaces like the New Parliament Building, Vice President’s House, and ITPO expansions, along with offices for Google, Netflix, and Amazon. With state-of-the-art factories, Narsi excels in precision woodworking and turnkey solutions, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
Website: www.narsi.in
Key Challenges
- Aesthetic expectations were very high
- Curved ceiling at height of >10m
- Project began during peak COVID – shortage of labour and strict on-site health guidelines
- Tight project timelines
Key Achievements
- Completed project within stipulated timelines
- Appreciation from Ministry of Housing & Urban affairs for meeting all project requirements
- Support from Gyproc technical team on achieving required performance as per specifications
- Multiple on-site visits by Prime Minister upped the motivation of workers on site.
Sustainability in the project
- GRIHA (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment) – 5 star rated building
- Building provided with 3-stage filtration process along with UV lamp to ensure clean & fresh indoor air
- On-site real time indoor air quality monitoring
- IGBC Certified Green Building
- LEED Platinum compliant
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