Kartavya Path site features

Kartavya Path is a broad east–west avenue rather than a conventional enclosed attraction. At the west, Rashtrapati Bhavan rises beyond Vijay Chowk and the paired Secretariat buildings. The roadway then descends between rectangular lawns, canals, bridges and parallel walks.

Looking east, India Gate holds the horizon. Looking west, the slope and government buildings make the same space feel more formal and enclosed. New paving, lighting and underpasses sit low enough that the historic vista remains dominant.

Raisina Hill vista

1931. The western view rises through Vijay Chowk to Rashtrapati Bhavan between the Secretariat blocks.

Lawns and canals

1931. Long planted strips broaden the avenue and separate ceremonial roadway from pedestrian space.

India Gate termination

1931. The war memorial closes the avenue’s eastern view.

Renewed public realm

2022. Paths, bridges, lighting, amenities, underpasses, parking and signage support the current avenue.