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India to Build First Underwater Road Tunnel Under Brahmaputra River

India has approved its first 15.79 km road-cum-rail tunnel under the Brahmaputra River at Rs 18,662 crore, making it the world’s second such tunnel. (AI Generated)

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News18•25-02-2026, 08:12

India to Build First Underwater Road Tunnel Under Brahmaputra River

•India's first underwater road tunnel approved for Brahmaputra River in Assam, connecting Gohpur and Numaligarh.
•The project, costing Rs 18,662.02 crore, includes a 15.79 km road-cum-rail tunnel, India's first and world's second of its kind.
•Aims to strengthen strategic security, drastically reduce travel times, and improve connectivity.
•Joins ranks of famous underwater tunnels like Japan's Seikan Tunnel and the UK-France Channel Tunnel.
•The tunnel will be a significant infrastructure milestone, placing India among global leaders in such projects.

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