Vidhana Soudha

Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru, Karnataka, is the seat of the Karnataka State Legislature located on Ambedkar Veedhi opposite Cubbon Park. Completed in 1956, it is one of India's largest legislative buildings, constructed entirely of granite in a Neo-Dravidian style incorporating Indo-Saracenic and Dravidian elements. Notable for its grand facade, domes and the inscription 'Government Work is God's Work', it remains an iconic architectural landmark and administrative centre of Karnataka.

Visitors can expect to view the imposing granite exterior of Vidhana Soudha from outside the gated premises. The four-storey building features ornate pillars, carved domes, and a central dome crowned by the national emblem. Public entry inside is restricted and requires prior permission. Most visitors view and photograph the facade from Ambedkar Veedhi and Cubbon Park side, with special illumination of the building on Sunday evenings and public holidays.

Conceived by then Chief Minister Kengal Hanumanthaiah, foundation stone laid by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951 and completed in 1956. Built over five years by about 5,000 labourers, prisoners and craftsmen using granite from Mallasandra, Hesaraghatta and Magadi. Designed in Neo-Dravidian style by engineers and architects under the Public Works Department, it was built to house the Mysore (now Karnataka) Legislature and is considered a landmark of post-independence civic architecture.

Serves as the seat of the Karnataka Legislature and a symbol of state administration. Known for its monumental Neo-Dravidian design and the motto 'Government Work is God's Work' inscribed on its facade, it is a major architectural landmark and identity marker for Bengaluru, frequently featured in official and tourism representations of the city.