Parliament building still under construction. Where will new lawmakers convene?
Summary
The new parliament building in Singha Durbar is still under construction, leaving uncertainty about where the newly elected lawmakers will convene for their first session amid ongoing delays.
Key Points
- The new parliament building inside Singha Durbar remains under construction and is not yet ready for use.
- The federal parliament secretariat does not have a confirmed venue for the first session of the House of Representatives.
- The construction contract was awarded to Tundi–Sec JV but has missed multiple deadlines with extensions until December 31, 2025, and likely beyond.
- Government officials are targeting late March for completion of essential parts of the building to host the new parliament session.
