India, April 1 -- A sprawling colonial-era bungalow at 33, Sham Nath Marg, which has long been regarded as "jinxed" among political and administrative circles, is set to be demolished and replaced with a new office complex, said officials aware of Delhi government's plans.

The two-storey structure, built in the 1920s, has remained largely unoccupied for more than two decades, according to officials. The Public Works Department (PWD) repeatedly failed to secure a permanent occupant despite multiple attempts, with Delhi's political class branding the property as "jinxed".

Officials said the redevelopment plan aims to put the prime land parcel to functional use by constructing a modern office building. "Once the structure is demolished, a ...