Belagavi is set to witness a major administrative infrastructure upgrade with the proposed construction of Praja Soudha – Zilla Adalita Kendra, a modern yet architecturally traditional district office complex within the existing Deputy Commissioner (DC) office premises (Behind the DC office where currently there is parking space) near Channamma Circle, Belagavi.
Project Planning and Design
The architectural planning of the project has been undertaken by the Chief Architect, PWD, Government of Karnataka, based in Bengaluru. The Detailed Project Report (DPR), including structural design, has been prepared by M/s Jalavahini Management Services Pvt Ltd, a multidisciplinary civil consultancy firm headquartered in Dharwad with offices in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Davanagere.
The design adheres to a traditional architectural style, incorporating ornamental columns, domes, and balustrades, ensuring the structure reflects administrative grandeur while blending with Karnataka’s institutional aesthetic.
Structural Specifications
The proposed building will be a B+Stilt+Ground+3 floor structure (total six levels), constructed using a Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) frame system comprising columns, beams, and slabs supported on RCC footings.
- Basement height: 3.60 meters
- Other floors: 4.0 meters each
- Height above ground: 21.05 meters
- Central dome height: 10.50 meters
- Total height: 31.55 meters
The building will face north towards the main city road, ensuring prominence and accessibility.
Tender Highlights
- Estimated Cost: ₹40.67 crore
- Tender Reference: PWD/2025-26/BD/WORK_INDENT31327
- Completion Timeline: 18 months (including monsoon period)
Functional Layout and Facilities
The Praja Soudha complex is designed to consolidate multiple district-level offices under one roof, improving administrative efficiency and public access.
Basement Floor
- Parking for 52 cars and two-wheelers
- Two staircases with front and side lobby access
Stilt Floor
- Bhoomi Kendra, Nadakacheri, and Sakhi Room
- Cyber Crime Police
- Election Material Storage Facility
- Multipurpose Hall (capacity: 125 persons)
- Parking for 25 additional cars
- Separate gents and ladies toilets
Ground Floor
- Offices of JDLR and ADLR (Revenue Department)
- Corridors, 5 lifts, 4 staircases, and sanitation facilities
First Floor
- Joint Director of Food & Civil Supplies
- Central Records Section
- Assistant Commissioner’s Office
- Standard circulation and utilities (lifts, staircases, toilets)
Second Floor
- Offices of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) and Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC)
Third Floor
- Offices of the Regional Commissioner and Assistant Regional Commissioner
Terrace Levels
- Architectural elements including four corner domes, additional domes near the lobby, and a central grand dome, enhancing the building’s visual identity.
Administrative Significance
The new complex is planned to replace existing outdated office structures, which will be demolished to make way for the integrated facility. Once completed, Praja Soudha will house the entire district administration, serving the needs of the Belagavi district jurisdiction under a single, well-organized campus.
A Landmark in the Making
Strategically located near Channamma Circle, the Praja Soudha is expected to become a landmark administrative building in Belagavi—combining functionality, accessibility, and architectural elegance. The project aims to streamline governance, enhance citizen services, and create a centralized hub for key government departments.