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India’s highway network gets massive boost as 74 new tunnels worth Rs 1 lakh crore planned

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Last updated: 4 September, 2024 5:02 PM
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India’s highway network gets massive boost as 74 new tunnels worth Rs 1 lakh crore planned

New Delhi: In a massive infrastructure thrust, a project to build 74 new tunnels across India has been announced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. It will span a total distance of 273 kilometers.

The Rs 1,00,000 crore-plan will be executed over next two years and is aimed at boosting the highway network in the country, Road Minister Nitin Gadkari said.

Giving an update on the progress of construction of tunnels in the country, Gadkari pointed out that 35 tunnels covering 49 kilometers at a cost of Rs 15,000 crore have already been completed. In addition, 69 more tunnels covering 134 kilometers are presently under construction, costing Rs 40,000 crore.

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Gadkari also underlined that carrying out regular performance audits on ongoing construction projects is rudimentary to ensure they are finished within the deadline and meet quality standards.

The minister highlighted the crucial role of performance audits in boosting project efficiency, and contended that the performance audits are even more importance than financial audits.

Addressing the gathering at the Tunnelling India conference organised by the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Ficci), he emphasised the need to upgrade technology and find cost-effective solutions to surmount the challenges that India’s diverse terrain poses.

He also laid stress on devising strategies that are customised for particular terrains, especially in the Himalayan regions. He pointed to innovative solutions, like “precast technology and push-back techniques,” to combat problems like landslides.

The minister called for a effective assessment of projects from the initial Detailed Project Report (DPR) stage to its implementation. Gadkari added that this will go a long way in bringing about perfection in execution, maximum use of technology, and assurance in quality while reducing capital investment. The minister voiced his concern over the shoddy DPRs in India, and averred that DPR consultants are unable to adhere to stipulated procedures in the construction of highways, roads, and tunnels.

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