Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has approved the designs submitted by Oscar & Ponni of OCI Architects for the new Secretariat Complex.
10 designs from different architectural firms were submitted to the government. Out of these designs, three designs made it to the table of the Chief Minister, who took the final decision.
The official sources have said that the new complex will be fully Vaastu compliant, meeting the latest norms of fire safety, green building, disaster management, and other mandated regulations. The new complex will be an amalgamation of historic architecture and modern technology, reflecting the rich culture and tradition of the state.
The estimated construction cost for the project is Rs 500 crore. Built with the charming Deccani and Kakatiya architectures, it will have concrete structures in only 20 per cent of the vast 25-acre campus, and the rest will be dedicated to landscaping and greenery. Facing the Hussain Sagar lake in the east, the new building will be rectangular with six floors (G+5), having about 7 lakh Sq ft of built-up area. The entire structure will be equipped with smart lighting controls, motion sensors, automatic switches, and other features to reduce energy consumption.
The elevation styles comprise the Deccan Kakatiya and South Indian architecture, with the dome and allied features inspired by the temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Two large courtyards of the building will be designed to boost ventilation and reduce carbon emissions.
Being constructed with the green building concept, the terrace, along with the parking area, has been designed to accommodate solar rooftop panels, which will provide power to the entire complex. Huge corridors and other spacious areas will be constructed to keep the structure cool and allow the air to circulate naturally, making it energy efficient.
