New Delhi: Pentagon, the headquarters of United States Department of Defence just lost its supremacy of having the world’s largest office building as the same has been overtaken by India’s Surat Diamond Bourse now.
The recently constructed Dimond Bourse in Gujarat’s Surat is a state-of-the art building with mammoth space spreading to about 7.1 million square feet. Compared with Pentagon’s 6.5 million square feet, this magnificient building now surpasses the size of one of world’s most landmark buildings.
Architects of the Surat Diamond Bourse claimed that the building covers an area of 7.1 million square feet of floor space and this makes it second to none.
Surat Diamond Bourse has been developed as a one-stop destination for bringing together all activities of diamond business under one roof. This will serve as a default destination for 65,000 diamond professionals, including cutters, polishers, and traders.
Its 15-storey complex features 9 rectangular structures with all interconnected from a ‘central spine’
Notably, the construction work for building began in 2019 and is set to complete in November 2023. The delay apparently took place because of Covid-imposed restrictions. Prime Minister Modi is expected to inaugurate the fascinating office building hosting diamond businessmen.
What PM Modi tweeted on rare feat
Commenting on the landmark moment, Prime Minister saluted the country’s entrepreneurial spirit and said that it will give impetus to economy & create employment opportunities.
Surat Diamond Bourse showcases the dynamism and growth of Surat’s diamond industry. It is also a testament to India’s entrepreneurial spirit. It will serve as a hub for trade, innovation and collaboration, further boosting our economy and creating employment opportunities. https://t.co/rBkvYdBhXv
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 19, 2023
About Surat Diamond Bourse
For the unversed, Surat’s diamond industry caters to 90% of world demand related to cutting, polishing & finishing.
The upcoming building complex boasts of more than 4,700 office spaces and is spread over 15 floors connected via central ‘spine’. The building will house about 65,000 diamond workers, polishers & will have diamond-cutting and polishing workshops. The building will have all amenities including 131 elevators, dining, retail as well as conference facilities for workers.