India's First Underwater Metro Launched!

• A significant development in India's infrastructure.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first underwater metro service in Kolkata, marking a major milestone in the country's urban development.
• The service is part of the East-West metro corridor, connecting Howrah and Salt Lake in West Bengal.

Engineering marvel and key features:

• The Howrah Maidan-Esplanade section boasts a 520-meter stretch under the Hooghly River, showcasing advanced engineering.
• Three underground stations are part of the service, with trains traveling 16 meters below the riverbed.
• This project aims to significantly reduce traffic congestion and offer a sustainable alternative to road transport.

Project details and future scope:

• The complete East-West corridor will have 10.8 km underground and 5.75 km elevated sections.
• The project faced delays due to an accident during construction but is now operational.
• The Prime Minister also inaugurated other metro sections in Kolkata, further expanding the city's network.

Key points for competitive exams:

• Kolkata inaugurated India's first underwater metro service in March 2024.
• The service is part of the East-West corridor, connecting Howrah and Salt Lake.
• The project showcases advanced engineering, including a tunnel under the Hooghly River.
• It aims to address traffic congestion and air pollution in Kolkata.

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Published date : 07 Mar 2024 11:28AM