Uttar Kanya, Government building in Siliguri, India.
Description
Uttar Kanya is a government building in Siliguri that serves as the regional headquarters for northern Bengal districts. The structure holds office spaces, conference rooms, and administrative facilities needed for daily governance operations.
History
Construction of this regional headquarters began in 2013 and finished within a year to meet North Bengal's governance needs. The facility marked a shift toward permanent regional administration rather than seasonal operations.
Culture
The facility manages administrative tasks for six districts including Coochbehar, Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, Uttar Dinajpur, Dakshin Dinajpur, and Malda regions.
Practical
The building employs sustainable systems including rainwater collection and solar lighting for daily operations. Comprehensive security measures with cameras are in place throughout the facility.
Did you know?
This branch secretariat represents the first instance of a permanent regional government headquarters in India, different from seasonal operational shifts.
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