Bengaluru: As Bengaluru continues to grow exponentially, the state government is undertaking various initiatives to reduce traffic congestion, including the construction of new roads and modernized flyovers. In a significant new endeavor, the government is planning to build an ambitious twin-tube tunnel road in Bengaluru. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, in a Detailed Project Report (DPR), stated that approximately 80 acres of land will be required for this project. Responding to a question raised by MLC C.T. Ravi in the Legislative Council, Shivakumar clarified in a written response that around 80% of the land is government-owned.The government may acquire the remaining 20% of the land from private entities, and if these entities refuse to transfer the land, authorities estimate that approximately ₹800 crore may be needed to acquire such properties through Transferable Development Rights (TDR). read also: Kannadigas warmly embrace Rajinikanth’s Coolie movie… Guess how much it earned?

The project includes five interchange points, some of which involve government properties. One interchange is planned at St. John’s Hospital, and a survey for land acquisition has already begun. However, concerns have been raised about the large amount of land required for the project.Previously, the government had justified the project by stating that acquiring such a large amount of land for road development was not feasible. Activist Rajkumar Dugar opined that with 80 acres of land, the government could construct a dual-carriageway road of the same length. According to Indian Road Congress (IRC) standards, 80 acres could facilitate the construction of approximately 16.1 km of a two-lane road or 11.5 km of a three-lane road.read also: Border 2 Poster Released... Fans Go Gaga Over Sunny Deol’s Soldier Look!

Given this, Dugar argued that investing such a significant amount in a tunnel road could be detrimental.The twin-tunnel project is estimated to cost ₹1,062 crore per kilometer and is being undertaken under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with the government bearing 40% of the cost. This portion will be financed through a loan from HUDCO, guaranteed by the government.Malleshwaram MLA Dr. C.N. Ashwath Narayan expressed concerns about the financial arrangements, stating, “Under the Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) model, 60% of the cost is borne by the operator. But who will pay the remaining 40%? The BBMP will, by pledging its assets—offices, crematoriums, schools, and other municipal properties.read also: Another Victim to Killer BMTC Bus: 10-Year-Old Girl Crushed Under Wheels

If the project cost exceeds the borrowed loan, who will bear the additional cost?” he questioned.The government, which has yet to finalize the tender, is simultaneously planning for land acquisition, tree relocation, alternative traffic management routes, and waste management for debris generated during the tunnel road construction, Shivakumar stated in his written response.JUNEBERRY® 100% Pure Cotton Oversized Loose Baggy Fit Drop Shoulder Half Sleeve Round Neck Cool Front Teddy Printed Cork & White T-Shirt for Women/Girls (Available in from S to 2XL)