Patna Heritage Tunnel: 37% Work Done on Bihar’s First Museum-to-Museum Tunnel
Bihar is set to get the Patna Heritage Tunnel by 2027 – it is being regarded as India’s first dedicated museum-to-museum underground tunnel. The 35% construction work is already done and the progress is being monitored timely. A Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) is imported from China and it is expected to arrive next month. It will be used in the excavation process.
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Project Overview
The Patna Heritage Tunnel will be constructed to provide direct connectivity between the two major museums in Patna – Bihar Museum and Patna Museum. It will not only serve as a pathway but will have an unique cultural display as well similar to an article gallery. Along the walls of the tunnel, Madhubani paintings and other artworks will be displayed. So, the visitors can easily travel between the two museums whole enjoying art – that will be a game-changer for the overall experience at the museum.
Construction Progress: 35% Complete
As per the latest updates, nearly 35 percent of the construction work for the Patna Heritage Tunnel has been completed. Essential civil work like base slab construction and the installation of launch shafts have been completed. These will support the upcoming phases of tunnel excavation. Some reports mentioned that 37% work is done, but officially atleast 35% work is complete. The momentum is steadily building and the Patna Heritage Tunnel will be open for general public by 2027.
For the next construction phases, a Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) has been ordered from China. Similar machines are used for construction of modern metro facilities across India. The TBM is expected to be delivered by next month.
Tunnel Length, Route
The Patna Heritage Tunnel is expected to be approximately 1.5 kilometers long. It will be connecting multiple important locations throughout the Patna city.
The tunnel will start from Patna museum and connect to Bihar museum while passing via important locations such as Vidyapati Marg, Taramandal Crossing, Income Tax Golambar, and Patna Women’s College. This route will make it more accessible for visitors without congesting the surface roads.
Design Features of Patna Heritage Tunnel
The Patna Heritage will be the first of its kind dedicated to connect two important cultural icons. The unique aspect about the tunnel is that it will be constructed as an underground art gallery. The tunnel will have arrival and exit buildings as well. These buildings will include a ground floor, a first floor, and a three-level basement. And according to the initial project details, one of these basement levels will have parking facilities, where is the remaining two levels will host Museum related amenities such as a cafeteria and rest area for tourists. The convenience and comfort of the visitors is given utmost priority.
The Patna Heritage Tunnel will be designed with an artistic intent which will transform an ordinary passage into an engaging space. The visitors can enjoy historical and cultural artefacts which will be displayed in the tunnel. As per the available reports, Madhubani paintings will be the core element along with other art forms. It will soon serve as a cultural landmark and promote Bihar’s folk art.
Conclusion
The Patna Heritage Tunnel is proof of the evolving landscape of Patna’s urban infrastructure. And which the completion of nearly 37% of the construction work, we can timely execution of the project. With the Tunnel Boring Machine expected to arrive by next month, the construction process will be in full form.
As the construction continues, the tunnel will receive the urban experience of the visitors and the locals in Patna. It will boost the city’s reputation as well. In the long term, it will be beneficial for Bihar increasing the state’s reputation.
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