₹11-Crore Proposal for Suvarna Vidhana Soudha Repairs Still Awaiting Government Approval

A proposal worth ₹11 crore for urgent repairs and renovation of the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi has been submitted twice, but the State government has yet to approve it—sparking strong dissatisfaction among legislators across party lines. Lawmakers now plan to raise the issue during the Winter Session in December.

Built in 2012 at a cost of over ₹450 crore to meet the administrative and developmental needs of North Karnataka, the iconic Suvarna Vidhana Soudha has not received even a fresh coat of paint for more than a decade. Officials say repeated proposals seeking permission to repair damaged infrastructure, replace worn-out furniture, fix toilets, and carry out other essential works have gone unanswered.

During his recent visit to Belagavi, Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader told reporters that the issue will be taken up in the upcoming session, expressing confidence in the district administration’s efforts.

Currently, nearly 30 government departments operate from the complex, and frequent meetings, training programmes, and official events have considerably increased the footfall and the overall maintenance burden. The proposed renovation includes repainting the entire structure, replacing doors, windows, chairs, and carpets, repairing internal roadways and drainage systems, and improving the drinking water supply on the campus.

Despite detailed proposals submitted by the Public Works Department in both 2023 and 2024, no government approval has been granted so far, officials said.