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Breaking: Centre renames Raj Bhavans as ‘Lok Bhavans’ across nation
PMO to Be Called ‘Seva Teerth’
New Delhi, December 2, 2025 — In a significant move aimed at giving government institutions a more people-centric identity, the Central Government has approved major renamings of key establishments across the country.
According to the announcement, all Raj Bhavans — the official residences of state Governors — will now be known as Lok Bhavans.
In addition, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has been officially renamed Seva Teerth, underscoring the government’s emphasis on service-driven governance.
The government has also redesignated the Central Secretariat as Kartavya Bhavan, reflecting what officials describe as a renewed focus on duty, responsibility, and public service.