Bengaluru tunnel road project to be completed in three years: Karnataka Dy CM D.K. Shivakumar
Bengaluru: Unfazed by public criticism of the proposed tunnel roads, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said that the ambitious tunnel road project linking Hebbal and Silk Board Junction would be completed in three years.
The Bengaluru development minister mentioned that a tender for the tunnel road project would be floated by February. “I have given them a deadline of three years to complete the project. The project will be implemented in two phases with funding from the government and BBMP. Several financial institutions have shown interest in supporting the initiative,” he said.
Asked about Bengaluru Central MP P.C. Mohan's letter opposing the project, he said, “The tunnel project will be underground and will not require any additional land.”
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike has finalised the detailed project report (DPR) for the 16-km tunnel road and recently issued a tender inviting bids for the DPR of a second tunnel between KR Puram and Nayandahalli.
The BBMP is reportedly seeking Rs 8,000 crore in loans over the next five years to fund the project. The civic body has said that three financial institutions have proposed the loan, with an annual interest rate of 9-10 percent and a flexible repayment period.
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Arrive 3 hours early: Airlines urge passengers as centre tightens airport security after Pak attack
New Delhi: Airlines have asked passengers to reach airports at least three hours before departure after the Centre increased security measures in response to Pakistan’s ongoing attack, reported India Today.
According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, all passengers will now face a Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC) before boarding. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has directed all airports and airlines to step up security.
Air India said, “Passengers are advised to arrive at least three hours prior to departure. Check-in closes 75 minutes before departure.” Akasa Air and IndiGo issued similar advisories, asking passengers to allow more time for security checks.
All passengers must carry valid photo ID and will undergo secondary checks before boarding. Visitor entry to terminals has been banned, and Air Marshals will be deployed as required.
The moves come as India’s defence systems shot down Pakistani missiles and drones in Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan. At least 21 airports are shut till May 10, and several flights are cancelled. Civilian aircraft are avoiding airspace over Pakistan and India’s western corridor, data from Flightradar24 shows.
