Archive · 10 Sep 2026
Adani Group Assesses Writers’ Building Restoration, Report Says
Reports say the Adani Group may be considering repairs to Kolkata’s historic Writers’ Building.
A Public Works Department team reportedly visited the building with Adani Group adviser Sanjay Thade.
They looked at the building’s condition and possible structural problems.
The visit was an early assessment, not a final renovation decision.
A fuller plan may be prepared after the inspection.
The work could cost between ₹100 crore and ₹120 crore.
Adani Group may consider paying for it through its corporate social responsibility program.
The government has not officially confirmed these reports.
The building could eventually be used again as the main centre of West Bengal’s administration instead of Nabanna.
A Public Works Department team reportedly inspected Kolkata’s Writers’ Building with Adani Group adviser Sanjay Thade.
The inspection assessed the heritage building’s condition, structural problems and possible restoration requirements.
A detailed restoration proposal is expected after the preliminary assessment.
Reports estimate the project could cost between ₹100 crore and ₹120 crore, potentially funded by Adani Group as a corporate social responsibility initiative.
The West Bengal government has not officially confirmed the reported assessment or funding plans.
- Who
- The Public Works Department, Adani Group adviser Sanjay Thade and the West Bengal government are associated with the reported assessment.
- What
- A preliminary assessment was reportedly conducted for the renovation and restoration of Writers’ Building.
- When
- The latest reports say the assessment has begun; no specific date is provided.
- Where
- Writers’ Building in Kolkata, West Bengal.
- Why
- The assessment is intended to identify structural problems and determine the scope and cost of restoring the building for possible administrative use.
- Reported project
- Renovation and restoration of Writers’ Building
- Estimated cost
- ₹100 crore to ₹120 crore
- Inspecting body
- West Bengal Public Works Department
- Adani representative
- Sanjay Thade, an Adani Group adviser and retired IAS officer
- Possible funding
- Adani Group corporate social responsibility funding
- Administrative plan
- The building could again become the main centre of West Bengal’s administration
- Government confirmation
- The reported details have not been officially confirmed