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Versova-Bandra Sea Link Set for Completion by July 2027

The Versova-Bandra Sea Link (VBSL) is expected to be operational by July 2027, with 25 per cent of the construction work already completed. The Rs 181.2 billion infrastructure project—up from its original estimate of Rs 113.32 billion—is steadily advancing despite the complexities of marine engineering.According to Rajesh Patil, Joint Managing Director of the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), the initial foundation and pier work is progressing rapidly. While work in the sea will pause during the monsoon, land-based construction, including connectors, will continue thr..

New Bridge Near Lohapul to Ease Rail Traffic in Nagpur

Construction of a new railway bridge adjacent to the historic Lohapul bridge in Nagpur is currently underway to support the expanding third and fourth rail lines between Nagpur and Wardha. The Rs 30 million project is being executed by CS Construction India Pvt. Ltd. under the supervision of Central Railway’s construction department.To facilitate the work, the existing Lohapul bridge—which links East and West Nagpur—has been temporarily closed to traffic. The initial phase includes the shifting of underground utilities and installation of a new drainage system. Foundation work, including..

Railways Clears 223 Bridges to Improve Bihar Travel Time

In a major infrastructure upgrade for Bihar, the Ministry of Railways has approved the construction of 223 Road Over Bridges (ROBs) across the state to replace existing railway level crossings. The initiative forms part of an ambitious plan to ensure that residents can travel to the state capital, Patna, from any district within three and a half hours.The decision follows sustained proposals by the Bihar government and was confirmed during a high-level meeting between Mihir Kumar Singh, Additional Chief Secretary of the Road Construction Department, and senior officials from the Railway Board,..