Overview The Union Cabinet , chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi , adopted a resolution on 14 February 2026 to relocate the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) from the historic South Block on Raisina Hill to the newly‑constructed ‘Seva Teerth’ . The move, described as a transition from the "past of slavery" to a "future of Viksit Bharat", marks the last Cabinet meeting held in South Block on 13 February 2026 . Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw read the resolution, emphasizing the symbolic shift from colonial legacy to service‑oriented governance. Key Developments Development 1: Formal adoption of the resolution vacating South and North Blocks after 95 years of use, converting them into the Yuge‑Yugeen Bharat National Museum to preserve civilisational heritage. Development 2: Establishment of two new administrative complexes – ‘Seva Teerth’ for the PMO and ‘Kartavya Bhavans’ for other ministries – designed as modern, technologically advanced, and environmentally friendly workplaces for the "karmayogis". Development 3: The resolution highlighted historic decisions taken in South Block, ranging from the Partition and Emergency to landmark reforms such as DBT, Swachh Bharat, Digital India, GST, abrogation of Article 370, and the Triple Talaq law , underscoring the building’s role in shaping contemporary India. Important Facts Fact 1: South Block was constructed during British rule to tighten colonial control; it has hosted Cabinet meetings of 16 prime ministers since Independence. Fact 2: The shift aligns with the government's narrative of "Minimum Government, Maximum Governance" and reflects a broader push for citizen‑centric, service‑driven administration. UPSC Relevance This development intersects multiple sections of the UPSC syllabus. In GS Paper I , it relates to Indian polity (institutional evolution, constitutional symbolism) and modern Indian history (colonial legacy, post‑Independence governance). GS Paper II covers international relations and India's global image as a "secure and capable nation". The transformation of administrative infrastructure is pertinent to GS Paper III (public administration, e‑governance, institutional reforms). Potential question angles include: the significance of symbolic architecture in nation‑building, the impact of administrative reforms on governance efficiency, and comparative analysis of colonial‑era institutions versus contemporary governance models. Way Forward The conversion of South and North Blocks into a heritage museum offers an opportunity to institutionalise historical learning for civil servants and the public. The new complexes, with their emphasis on technology and sustainability, could set benchmarks for future governmental infrastructure projects. Monitoring the operational effectiveness of the PMO at ‘Seva Teerth’ will provide insights into how physical workspace reforms translate into policy outcomes, a critical area for future UPSC essays and answer writing.