Patna Metro: Nehru Path Tunnel Digging Starts April After Building Checks

• Patna Metro's underground tunnel construction from Patna Junction to Rukunpura is expected to begin in April.
• Before tunnel work, major buildings along the 10.50 km corridor will undergo intensive structural inspection using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
• Inspections, including soil testing already completed, aim to assess risks to structures like Loknayak Bhawan, Patna High Court, and Bihar Museum.
• The Patna Junction to Danapur route will feature 10 stations: 6 underground (e.g., Patna Junction, Patna Zoo) and 4 elevated (e.g., Patliputra, Danapur).
• Currently, Patna Metro operates on a 3-station section, with plans to expand to Khemichak and Malahi Pakri stations soon to increase ridership.

Why It Matters: Patna Metro tunnel construction prioritizes safety with building inspections.