Tummidihatti DPR on Fast Track; Exclusive Division for SLBC Tunnel: Uttam
Giving top priority to the completion of the SLBC tunnel project, the minister announced the formation of a dedicated division exclusively for the execution and monitoring of the tunnel works.
Hyderabad: Minister for irrigation and civil supplies N. UttGiving top priority to the completion of the SLBC tunnel project, the minister announced the formation of a dedicated division exclusively for the execution and monitoring of the tunnel works.Giving top priority to the completion of the SLBC tunnel project, the minister announced the formation of a dedicated division exclusively for the execution and monitoring of the tunnel works. The wreckage of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) trapped inside the tunnel has been dismantled and removed, paving the way for expedirting works. Rail track maintenance and repair works within the tunnel are currently underway, the officials explained.
Regarding the Kaleshwaram project barrages, the Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS), Pune, has submitted its site inspection report along with a schedule of works for all three barrages — Medigadda, Annaram, and Sundilla. A three-member team began testing at Medigadda barrage on Wednesday, while two members are simultaneously exploring borehole locations. Testing works at Annaram and Sundilla barrages are scheduled to commence on January 22. The Minister directed that rehabilitation designs for the barrages must be prepared within one month without fail.