The Coastal Road tunnel in Mumbai, India’s first undersea tunnel, encountered seepage and water leakage just two months after it was inaugurated amidst much fanfare. &nbsp;

On Sunday (26 May), evidence of seepage became apparent and videos of it have since been widely circulated on social media, triggering safety concerns ahead of the monsoon.&nbsp;

Visuals showed water dripping from the roof of the undersea tunnel and several dark spots on the walls where the paint had chipped off due to the dampness.&nbsp;

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde inspected the site and assured commuters that there was no reason to be alarmed and that the leaks would be fixed promptly.

“I immediately called the commissioner. There is leakage at two-three places,” said the CM. He assured that experts have been consulted and stated, “There is no threat to the original structure. It will be filled using specific technology, and we will find a permanent solution. Passengers will not face any problems. There will be no water here during the rainy season,” said Shinde.

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The CM told the reporters that leakage was from the expansion joints and is being addressed on priority. He further added that he has also suggested polymer grouting on all 25 joints on each side of the tunnel to avoid water seepage even during monsoon. It is still not clear what caused the leakage in the tunnel. The matter is being investigated.

Meanwhile, on social media, people questioned and mocked the quality of the construction. One X user wrote: “To all the Mumbaikars concerned about the $1.5 billion Coastal Road tunnel leak, please be patient the $4.5 Billion Mumbai Metro3 line will be opening soon.”

Another user wrote: “Coastal Road underground tunnel has developed leakage? Spirit of Mumbai is rushing in with plumbing gear. Don’t worry guys, it’s the world’s longest or largest something.”

<h2>India’s first undersea tunnel</h2>

The tunnel where the seepage has been witnessed is part of the Dharamveer Swaraj Rakshak Chhatrapati Shambaji Coastal Road, also known as the Mumbai Coastal Road Project, first envisioned in 1967.

Built at the cost of Rs 13,983 crore (US$1.6 billion), the project aims to reduce travel time between Worli and Nariman Point in south Mumbai. The twin tunnels with a diameter of 12.19 metres and 2.07 km length, only one side of which is currently open, run 17 to 20 meters below sea level.&nbsp;

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Since being inaugurated on March 11 by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his Deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, more than 7 lakh vehicles have travelled on it so far. The second phase of the project —from Marine Drive to Worli — will be inaugurated on 10 June.

The coastal road cuts down the 45-minute commute from Girgaon to Worli to just 10 minutes. Officials had also stated that it would lead to a reduction in the carbon footprint by almost 34 per cent.

The Coastal Road tunnel in Mumbai, India’s first undersea tunnel, encountered seepage and water leakage just two months after it was inaugurated amidst much fanfare.

The Coastal Road tunnel in Mumbai, India’s first undersea tunnel, encountered seepage and water leakage just two months after it was inaugurated amidst much fanfare. On Sunday (26 May), evidence of seepage became apparent and videos of it have since been widely circulated on social media, triggering safety concerns ahead of the monsoon. Visuals showed water dripping from the roof of the undersea tunnel and several dark spots on the walls where the paint had chipped off due to the dampness. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde inspected the site and assured commuters that there was no reason to be alarmed and that the leaks would be fixed promptly. “I immediately called the commissioner. There is leakage at two-three places,” said the CM. He assured that experts have been consulted and stated, “There is no threat to the original structure. It will be filled using specific technology, and we will find a permanent solution. Passengers will not face any problems. There will be no water here during the rainy season,” said Shinde. Also Read: Agnikul Cosmos successfully launches world's first 3D-printed rocket engine The CM told the reporters that leakage was from the expansion joints and is being addressed on priority. He further added that he has also suggested polymer grouting on all 25 joints on each side of the tunnel to avoid water seepage even during monsoon. It is still not clear what caused the leakage in the tunnel. The matter is being investigated. Meanwhile, on social media, people questioned and mocked the quality of the construction. One X user wrote: “To all the Mumbaikars concerned about the $1.5 billion Coastal Road tunnel leak, please be patient the $4.5 Billion Mumbai Metro3 line will be opening soon.” Another user wrote: “Coastal Road underground tunnel has developed leakage? Spirit of Mumbai is rushing in with plumbing gear. Don’t worry guys, it’s the world’s longest or largest something.” India’s first undersea tunnel The tunnel where the seepage has been witnessed is part of the Dharamveer Swaraj Rakshak Chhatrapati Shambaji Coastal Road, also known as the Mumbai Coastal Road Project, first envisioned in 1967. Built at the cost of Rs 13,983 crore (US$1.6 billion), the project aims to reduce travel time between Worli and Nariman Point in south Mumbai. The twin tunnels with a diameter of 12.19 metres and 2.07 km length, only one side of which is currently open, run 17 to 20 meters below sea level. Watch: India heatwave: Did Delhi really witness 52.9°C? IMD says recording could be sensor 'error' Since being inaugurated on March 11 by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his Deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, more than 7 lakh vehicles have travelled on it so far. The second phase of the project —from Marine Drive to Worli — will be inaugurated on 10 June. The coastal road cuts down the 45-minute commute from Girgaon to Worli to just 10 minutes. Officials had also stated that it would lead to a reduction in the carbon footprint by almost 34 per cent.

Mumbai’s undersea Coastal Road tunnel leaks two months after opening; criticism pours in

The religious procedures for the Ayodhya Ram Temple 'Pran Pratistha' celebration will commence today, January 16. Let's see what Mauritius' High Commissioner Hayamandoyal Dillum has to say about this.

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The religious procedures for the Ayodhya Ram Temple 'Pran Pratistha' celebration will commence today, January 16. Let's see what Union Minister Meenakshi lekhi has to say about this.

Ram mandir: Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi speaks about Ayodhya Ram Mandir inauguration

Preparations are underway in full swing for the Ram Temple inauguration on January 22, which will draw dignitaries and people from all walks of life. Watch this report for more details!

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Ahead of the Ram Temple inauguration in the Indian city of Ayodhya Prime Minister Narendra Modi started an 11-Day Special ritual or an Anushthan today. Prime Minister Modi posted an audio message on his official YouTube channel Prime Minister said he is fortunate to be a witness to the historic and auspicious occasion. He added that he is experiencing feelings as he has never before in his life. Watch to know more.

Indian PM Narendra Modi begins 11-day special ritual before consecration of Ram Mandir

Preparations are presently on the way in the Indian city of Ayodhya for the inauguration of the grand Ram Mandir. The newly constructed Temple is also to be inaugurated on the 22nd of January and for this a pretty massive incense stick is being made in Vadodara town in Gujarat for The Grand Event.

Ram Mandir inauguration: Preparation underway in Ayodhya

Hindu faithful worldwide are gearing up for the inauguration of the Ram Mandir believed to be the birthplace of their deity Lord Ram in Ayodhya. The consecration ceremony is set to take place on the 22nd of January next year.

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The new building of the Parliament of India is anticipated to serve as the site of the second half of the Budget session. Ahead of this, the Centre has released fresh images of the new Parliament building also known as sansad bhavan in Hindi. The construction of the new Parliament building is already in full throttle. Being constructed by Tata Projects Limited as a part of the Central Vista project, the new Parliament building will have larger halls, a library, plenty of parking, and committee rooms. Modern amenities are available in the hallways and offices. Before we take a glance at few glimpses of the Indian Parliament building, here are few updates.

<h2>When will the new Parliament building open?&nbsp;</h2>

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the new Parliament building in December 2020. According to several reports, the new Parliament building will open sometime in the month of March.&nbsp;

<h2>How much is the new Parliament building cost?&nbsp;</h2>

The new Parliament building has a cost of Rs. 862 crores. The construction contract was awarded to Tata Projects Ltd. (TPL) in September 2020 by Central Public Works Department (CPWD) after bidding. The construction of the building started on 1 October&nbsp;2020 after a foundation-laying ceremony.&nbsp;

Here are the latest pictures of the building released by Centre:

Parliament Building Central Lounge:&nbsp;The open courtyard will be followed by the centre lounge in the new Parliament structure. The banyan tree, India's national tree, serves as its inspiration.

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Library at New Parliament Building&nbsp;&nbsp;

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New Parliament Building Office Spaces&nbsp;

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Constituational Hall at New Parliament Building&nbsp;

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Revamped Parliament Building&nbsp;

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Rajya Sabha or Upper House at new Parliament Building&nbsp;

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Lok Sabha or Lower House at new Parliament Building&nbsp;

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Design of the new Parliament Building:&nbsp;According to the government, the new building's offices would be furnished with the most recent communications equipment.

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Parliament Building Ensemble:&nbsp;According to the Indian government, the new and current buildings will function as a whole to ensure the seamless operation of the Parliament.

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Blueprint of New Parliament Building

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The new building of the Parliament of India is anticipated to serve as the site of the second half of the Budget session. Ahead of this, the Centre has released fresh images of the new Parliament building also known as sansad bhavan in Hindi.

The new building of the Parliament of India is anticipated to serve as the site of the second half of the Budget session. Ahead of this, the Centre has released fresh images of the new Parliament building also known as sansad bhavan in Hindi. The construction of the new Parliament building is already in full throttle. Being constructed by Tata Projects Limited as a part of the Central Vista project, the new Parliament building will have larger halls, a library, plenty of parking, and committee rooms. Modern amenities are available in the hallways and offices. Before we take a glance at few glimpses of the Indian Parliament building, here are few updates. When will the new Parliament building open? Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the new Parliament building in December 2020. According to several reports, the new Parliament building will open sometime in the month of March. How much is the new Parliament building cost? The new Parliament building has a cost of Rs. 862 crores. The construction contract was awarded to Tata Projects Ltd. (TPL) in September 2020 by Central Public Works Department (CPWD) after bidding. The construction of the building started on 1 October 2020 after a foundation-laying ceremony. Here are the latest pictures of the building released by Centre: Parliament Building Central Lounge: The open courtyard will be followed by the centre lounge in the new Parliament structure. The banyan tree, India's national tree, serves as its inspiration. Library at New Parliament Building New Parliament Building Office Spaces Constituational Hall at New Parliament Building Revamped Parliament Building Rajya Sabha or Upper House at new Parliament Building Lok Sabha or Lower House at new Parliament Building Design of the new Parliament Building: According to the government, the new building's offices would be furnished with the most recent communications equipment. Parliament Building Ensemble: According to the Indian government, the new and current buildings will function as a whole to ensure the seamless operation of the Parliament. Blueprint of New Parliament Building

New Parliament building: Centre releases pics, check opening date, cost & all you need to know

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation of two of the much-anticipated metro lines in Mumbai on 19 January, at 6:30 pm IST. These two lines, which will connect Dahisar and Andheri, are Line 2A, the Yellow Line, and Line 7, the Red Line. Millions of Mumbai residents, particularly in Western Mumbai, would benefit from this 35 km long phase 2 of the Mumbai metro, which will also assist to reduce traffic on New Link Road and between Dahisar East and DN Nagar.&nbsp;Line 2A connects Dahisar to Andheri West DN Nagar and Line 7 connects Dahisar East to Andheri East.&nbsp;

<h2>Ticket prices for Mumbai Metro New Lines&nbsp;</h2>

The tickets for the two new lines will be in the range of Rs 10 to Rs 50. The passenger's distance travelled served as the sole factor in determining the ticket rates. Here is the complete price list of Mumbai Metro New Lines.&nbsp;For a distance of 0-3 kms, the ticket will cost Rs 10.&nbsp;For 3-12 km, it is Rs 20,&nbsp;for 12-18 km, the ticket price is Rs 30. Moreover, for&nbsp;18-24 kms the ticket price is Rs 40 and&nbsp;for 24-30 kms, the ticket price was Rs 50.&nbsp;

<h2>List of stations on Line 2A and 7 of the Mumbai Metro</h2>

The Dahisar metro station will serve as the interchange for both lines, requiring commuters who wish to go to DN Nagar and Andheri (East) to change at this location.

Mumbai Metro Line 2A&nbsp;

Mumbai Metro Line 2A is over 18 km long and has a total of 17 stations. List of stations on Line 2A- Andheri (West), Pahadi Goregaon, Lower Malad, Malad (West), Eksar, Mandapeshwar, Kandarpada, Upper Dahisar and Dahisar (East), Lower Oshiwara, Oshiwara, Goregaon (West), Valnai, Dahanukarwadi, Kandivali (West), Pahadi Eksar, Borivali (West). This line will intersect metro Line 7 at Dahisar East and Line 6 at Oshiwara.

Mumbai Metro Line 7&nbsp;

Mumbai Metro Line 7 is 16.5 km long and has 13 stations. List of stations on Line 7- Gundavali, Mogra, Jogeshwari (East), Goregaon (East), Aarey, Dindoshi, Kurar, Akurli, Poisar, Magathane, Devipada, RashtriyaUdyan, and Ovaripada. This line will have interchanges at Line 1 in Andheri and Line 2A at Line 6's JVLR.

<h2>What is the cost of the Mumbai Metro New Line Project?</h2>

The cost of these Metro Rail Lines is around Rs 12,600 crore. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate other multiple projects as well. The cost of these projects is roughly worth Rs 38,800 crore.

<h2>Check the pictures of Mumbai Metro New Line Project&nbsp;</h2>

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These New Mumbai Metro Lines will be inaugurated on Thursday.&nbsp;

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation of two of the much-anticipated metro lines in Mumbai on 19 January, at 6:30 pm IST. These two lines, which will connect Dahisar and Andheri, are Line 2A, the Yellow Line, and Line 7, the Red Line.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation of two of the much-anticipated metro lines in Mumbai on 19 January, at 6:30 pm IST. These two lines, which will connect Dahisar and Andheri, are Line 2A, the Yellow Line, and Line 7, the Red Line. Millions of Mumbai residents, particularly in Western Mumbai, would benefit from this 35 km long phase 2 of the Mumbai metro, which will also assist to reduce traffic on New Link Road and between Dahisar East and DN Nagar. Line 2A connects Dahisar to Andheri West DN Nagar and Line 7 connects Dahisar East to Andheri East. Ticket prices for Mumbai Metro New Lines The tickets for the two new lines will be in the range of Rs 10 to Rs 50. The passenger's distance travelled served as the sole factor in determining the ticket rates. Here is the complete price list of Mumbai Metro New Lines. For a distance of 0-3 kms, the ticket will cost Rs 10. For 3-12 km, it is Rs 20, for 12-18 km, the ticket price is Rs 30. Moreover, for 18-24 kms the ticket price is Rs 40 and for 24-30 kms, the ticket price was Rs 50. List of stations on Line 2A and 7 of the Mumbai Metro The Dahisar metro station will serve as the interchange for both lines, requiring commuters who wish to go to DN Nagar and Andheri (East) to change at this location. Mumbai Metro Line 2A Mumbai Metro Line 2A is over 18 km long and has a total of 17 stations. List of stations on Line 2A- Andheri (West), Pahadi Goregaon, Lower Malad, Malad (West), Eksar, Mandapeshwar, Kandarpada, Upper Dahisar and Dahisar (East), Lower Oshiwara, Oshiwara, Goregaon (West), Valnai, Dahanukarwadi, Kandivali (West), Pahadi Eksar, Borivali (West). This line will intersect metro Line 7 at Dahisar East and Line 6 at Oshiwara. Mumbai Metro Line 7 Mumbai Metro Line 7 is 16.5 km long and has 13 stations. List of stations on Line 7- Gundavali, Mogra, Jogeshwari (East), Goregaon (East), Aarey, Dindoshi, Kurar, Akurli, Poisar, Magathane, Devipada, RashtriyaUdyan, and Ovaripada. This line will have interchanges at Line 1 in Andheri and Line 2A at Line 6's JVLR. What is the cost of the Mumbai Metro New Line Project? The cost of these Metro Rail Lines is around Rs 12,600 crore. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate other multiple projects as well. The cost of these projects is roughly worth Rs 38,800 crore. Check the pictures of Mumbai Metro New Line Project These New Mumbai Metro Lines will be inaugurated on Thursday.

Mumbai Metro New Line: Check pics, route, inauguration date, map & stations list

Punjab minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa on Thursday said that Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, along with MLAs, entire state cabinet and central government's representative will visit the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/kartarpur-corridor-indian-pakistan-officials-to-meet-wednesday-to-thrash-out-an-agreement-247409">Kartarpur Corridor</a> on the day of its opening.

"Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, MLAs, the entire state cabinet, a central government representative, who will flag off the first 'jatha,'&nbsp;and journalists, will visit Kartarpur Corridor on the day of its opening," Randhawa told ANI over the phone.

With less than two months to go for the historic 550th 'Prakash Purab'&nbsp;of Guru Nanak Dev, Captain Amarinder yesterday took stock of the ongoing construction work for the Kartarpur Corridor while sanctioning Rs 75.23 crore for widening and strengthening of the major roads leading to this iconic town.

On September 16, Pakistan had maintained that the Kartarpur Corridor for Indian pilgrims will be opened on November 9, three days before the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak.

India has asked Pakistan to "reconsider" its decision to charge $20 as service charge from pilgrims to visit the Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara in Pakistan.

The corridor will connect Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur with Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district of Punjab and facilitate visa-free movement of Indian pilgrims, who will have to just obtain a permit to visit Kartarpur Sahib, which was established in 1522 by Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev.

Punjab minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa on Thursday said that Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, along with MLAs, entire state cabinet and central government's representative will visit the Kartarpur Corridor on the day of its opening.

Punjab minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa on Thursday said that Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, along with MLAs, entire state cabinet and central government's representative will visit the Kartarpur Corridor on the day of its opening. "Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, MLAs, the entire state cabinet, a central government representative, who will flag off the first 'jatha,' and journalists, will visit Kartarpur Corridor on the day of its opening," Randhawa told ANI over the phone. With less than two months to go for the historic 550th 'Prakash Purab' of Guru Nanak Dev, Captain Amarinder yesterday took stock of the ongoing construction work for the Kartarpur Corridor while sanctioning Rs 75.23 crore for widening and strengthening of the major roads leading to this iconic town. On September 16, Pakistan had maintained that the Kartarpur Corridor for Indian pilgrims will be opened on November 9, three days before the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak. India has asked Pakistan to "reconsider" its decision to charge $20 as service charge from pilgrims to visit the Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara in Pakistan. The corridor will connect Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur with Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district of Punjab and facilitate visa-free movement of Indian pilgrims, who will have to just obtain a permit to visit Kartarpur Sahib, which was established in 1522 by Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev.

Punjab chief minister, entire state cabinet to visit Kartarpur Corridor on day of opening

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