Congress Moves Headquarters to Indira Bhawan After 47 Years at Akbar Road, Sonia Gandhi Inaugurates New Building
New Delhi, January 15, 2025: The Congress Party has officially shifted its headquarters to Indira Bhawan at 9A, Kotla Road, marking the end of a 47-year tenure at its iconic address, 24, Akbar Road.
In a significant moment for the party, Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge inaugurated the new premises on Wednesday. The ceremony began with the national anthem, followed by a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and several senior party leaders attended the event, underscoring the importance of this milestone in the party’s history.
The shift to the new headquarters reflects the Congress Party’s efforts to modernize while preserving its rich legacy. The decision to relocate was seen as a practical move to accommodate the growing needs of the organization, with Indira Bhawan offering modern facilities to better serve the party’s functions.
For nearly five decades, 24, Akbar Road has been synonymous with the Congress Party, playing witness to pivotal moments in Indian political history. With this relocation, the party is poised to begin a new chapter, balancing tradition with a forward-looking vision.