Upkeep Costs for Delhi's Lutyens Bungalows Reach Record Rs 92 Crore in 2025-26
The annual upkeep cost for Delhi's nearly century-old Lutyens bungalows, official residences of Union ministers, reached a record Rs 92.35 crore in 2025-26, over three times the Rs 27.47 crore spent in 2014-15. Between 2014-15 and 2025-26, the government spent Rs 547.68 crore on repairs and maintenance through the Central Public Works Department. Challenges include seepage, termite damage, ageing electrical and plumbing systems, with some bungalows deemed structurally unsafe. Though plans to rebuild have been discussed, none have been officially announced.
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We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 42/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 23 Aug, 06:49 am. Other outlets followed.