Tunnel

Karnataka deputy CM says Bengaluru’s infrastructure problems receive disproportionate attention amid public criticism

State-run BEML has plans to make Tunnel Boring Machines to cut dependence on China

State-run BEML has recently invited Expression of Interest for design consultancy to develop indigenous Tunnel Boring Machines.

Bengaluru's infra body invites global bids for Rs 17,700 crore tunnel road project

While public criticism is mounting against the tunnel road project, the Congress-led government has decided to go ahead with it, a pet project of deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Tejasvi Surya slams DK Shivakumar’s tunnel road project: 'Focus must be on moving people, not vehicles'

Bengaluru South MP called it a "vanity project" for the elite at the common man’s cost

'No lack of engineering expertise in India': 2023 Silkyara tunnel collapse rescue expert Arnold Dix

Tunnel collapse rescue expert Arnold Dix on his book 'The Promise', about Operation Zindagi to rescue 41 workers trapped in the Silkyara tunnel collapse in November 2023; and things India should consider for the next 20-plus years of tunnelling and underground infrastructure projects.

Karnataka to spend Rs 1 lakh crore to improve Bengaluru’s traffic, says deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Tunnel roads and a sky deck are among the major infrastructure projects that will help decongest Bengaluru, the deputy chief minister, who is also the Bengaluru development minister, has said

PM Modi inaugurates Z-Morh tunnel, calls J&K the ‘crown of India’

Speaking at the ceremony, PM Modi expressed gratitude to workers who endured challenging conditions to complete the project.

Skeletons tumble out of Bengaluru tunnel road project reports, BBMP left red-faced

 Among other things, the project report for Bengaluru includes locations from Maharashtra — Malegaon and Nashik.

Copy-paste fiasco: Bengaluru civic body slaps Rs 5-lakh penalty on Rodic Consultants for tunnel road DPR

A day after Moneycontrol's report on January 6, New Delhi-based Rodic Consultants Private Limited wrote a letter to Bengaluru's civic body, apologising for the error and stating that action would be taken against the personnel involved.

Bengaluru civic body under lens for alleged ‘copy-paste job’ in Rs 9.5 crore tunnel road DPR prepared by consultant

Many citizens pointed out that the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the tunnel road, which includes an analysis of traffic volumes at major junctions in Bengaluru, incorrectly mentions cities from Maharashtra, allegedly due to a copy-paste job.

Tunnel, skydeck proposals in place; Bengaluru civic body looks for consultant for financial management

The selected firm will also design a framework to oversee ten critical projects, including the development of dashboards to track progress and ensure timely completion of work

Bengaluru civic body to borrow Rs 19,000 crore for tunnel road project

Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) invites Expression of Interest (EOI) from banks and financial institutions to fund the North-South Corridor project connecting Hebbal Esteem Mall Junction to Silk Board KSRP Junction.

Bengaluru Metro completes tunnelling work on city’s longest underground section

The underground section is part of Bengaluru Metro's Pink Line, connecting Nagawara on the Outer Ring Road in the north to Kalena Agrahara on Bannerghatta Road in the south.

'Brand Bengaluru' caught between DK Shivakumar’s vanity projects and city's crumbling infra

Deputy CM and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar has been pushing for tunnel roads, skydecks, double-decker flyovers, Metro extensions to the outskirts, and an amusement park near the Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) dam in Mandya district. However, many existing infrastructure projects in Bengaluru remain stalled.

Rs 36,950 cr for tunnel roads, elevated corridors in Bengaluru: DK Shivakumar meets PM Modi and seeks funds

Karnataka deputy CM said feasibility studies have shown that urban tunnels are the most effective solution for connecting National Highway-7 from Hosur to Bellary and KR Pura to Mysuru Road.

Rodic Consultants to prepare DPR for Bengaluru's first tunnel road; to submit report in two months

Despite widespread criticism from the general public, Bengaluru’s civic body has decided to proceed with what is considered a pet project of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar

Bengaluru's traffic conundrum: Metro rail to the outskirts, suburban rail confined to city limits, and tunnel vision

 The state government is taking unilateral decisions without adhering to the Comprehensive Mobility Plan or engaging in public consultations, say experts.

'Triumph of human labour over machinery': Global media on Uttarakhand tunnel rescue operation

'Outside the tunnel, there have been celebrations at the news of the first man coming out of the tunnel,' the BBC reported while providing regular updates on the rescue operation.

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: Jharkhand to airlift its workers rescued from Silkyara tunnel to Ranchi

Jharkhand government officers are in touch with their Uttarakhand counterparts and a three-member team from the state had rushed to the spot soon after the collapse in the tunnel on Diwali, they said on November 29.

PM Modi Speaks To 41 Workers Rescued From Uttarakhand Tunnel Says, "Exemplary Bravery Shown"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to the 41 workers who were successfully rescued from Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel after 17 days. Rat-hole mining experts manually drilled through the last 10- 12-metre stretch of debris of the collapsed portion of the under-construction tunnel on the Char Dham route and cleared it. Watch this video to listen in PM Modi telephonic interaction with the workers.

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: PM says successful mission created amazing example of humanity, teamwork

In a post on X soon after the workers were brought out of the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi, the prime minister saluted the spirit of those involved in the operation and said their courage and resolve have given a new lease of life to the 41 labourers.

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: All 41 workers rescued from collapsed Silkyara tunnel

An ambulance with the first of the 41 workers left the mouth of the tunnel around 8 pm, about an hour after a group of rat-hole mining experts dug through the last stretch of rubble.

Uttarkashi rescue: First worker brought out from collapsed Silkyara tunnel

Around 8 pm, an ambulance with the worker sitting in the vehicle left the mouth of the tunnel and was headed to a community health centre.

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse rescue: All 41 trapped labourers succesfully rescued

"I am completely relieved and happy as 41 trapped laborers in the Silkyara Tunnel Collapse have been successfully rescued," Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on November 28 after all the trapped workers were brought safely out of the collapsed tunnel.

Uttarakhand tunnel rescue: ‘I might have heard they’re playing cricket,' says expert. Watch

'I just feel good. The drilling on top of the mountain is coming along perfectly, in the tunnel, it's coming along very well,' tunnelling expert Arnold Dix said.