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The Writers' Buildings or Mahakaran, often shortened to just Writers ', is the official secretariat building of the state government of West Bengal in Kolkata, India.
Designed by Thomas Lyon, a self- styled builder, the Writer’s building was constructed in 1777 on behalf of Richard Barwell. The building was meant for the East India Company to house the junior level servants who were then called ‘Writers’ and hence, the name of the building.
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Jan 28, 2017 · The Writers’ Building in Kolkata attracts thousands of tourists from across the world, drawn to its stunning architecture and design. However, the colonial-era building has a history that’s just as interesting.
- Sridevi Nambiar
Writers’ building is a 150-meter-long building that covers the entire northern stretch of the Lal Dighi pond and sits at the center of historic B.B.D. Bagh. This grand old structure was designed by architect Thomas Lyon in 1777 and now serves as a secretariat building of the State Government of West Bengal.
Writers Building was the first three storied building in Calcutta. •1830: College moved out of Writers’ Building turned into private living quarters, godown, shops etc. •1871-74: East India Railway company occupied the building. •1877-82: Ashley Eden, lieutenant-governor of Bengal, relocated principal offices from Sudder Street to ...
Writers Building in Kolkata, a historic landmark echoing the city's colonial legacy, invites you to explore its cultural heritage.
The Writer’s Building has witnessed pivotal moments in India’s struggle for independence. It became a symbol of administrative power and colonial authority. During the early 20th century, it was witness to protests, meetings, and discussions that would shape the course of the nation’s history.
