All you need to know about India’s first under-river metro tunnel in Kolkata | IN POINTS

India’s first under-river metro tunnel : In a monumental development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to inaugurate India's first under-river metro tunnel built in Kolkata on March 6, marking a significant stride towards enhancing urban mobility and connectivity

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All about India’s first under-river metro tunnel in Kolkata  

• This India’s first under-river metro tunnel in Kolkata comprises a tunnel stretching 16.6 kilometers beneath the Hooghly River.
• The Kolkata Metro extension, featuring the Howrah Maidan-Esplanade Metro section, includes the first transportation tunnel in India to pass under a major river, representing a critical milestone in the country's infrastructure development.

• This section not only showcases the technological prowess involved in its construction but also highlights the strategic importance of connecting two bustling areas of Kolkata, enhancing the city's public transportation network's efficiency and reach.

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• India's first underwater metro in Kolkata is also an example of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'
• The tunnel across the river connects the Howrah station complex on the western bank to Armenian Ghat on the eastern bank. The tunnel is located 350 meters downstream of Rabindra Setu (Howrah Bridge)
• The length of the tunnels below the river is 520 meters with a depth of 16 meters below the river bed at the deepest location. This tunnel under the river is 32 meters below the water level

This comprehensive initiative underscores the government's dedication to developing sustainable and efficient transportation networks across India, aiming to revolutionize the way people commute, reduce environmental impact, and bolster economic growth through improved connectivity. 

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(With inputs from agencies)

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