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Central Panel gives nod to first underwater road-rail tunnel under Brahmaputra in Assam.

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Abstract

The article focuses on India's plan to construct its first twin-tube underwater tunnel beneath the Brahmaputra River in Assam, which will facilitate both road traffic and train movement. An inter-ministerial committee has granted 'in-principle approval' for the project, which will connect Gohpur and Numaligarh through a 15.8 km tunnel as part of a larger 33.7 km corridor. The tunnel, designed to enhance military deployment and civilian travel, will significantly reduce travel time from over six hours to approximately 30 minutes. The estimated cost of the project is Rs 18,600 crore, with completion anticipated within five years following Cabinet approval. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Project Reporters. 2026/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:190665111
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