Maharashtra's Missing Link Tunnel Achieves Guinness World Record for Width
Missing Link tunnel sets Guinness Record as world’s widest
Hindustan Times
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The Missing Link tunnel on the Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway in Maharashtra has set a Guinness World Record as the world's widest underground road tunnel, measuring 22.33 meters. This milestone, celebrated during Maharashtra Day, aims to improve traffic flow between Mumbai and Pune and enhance safety on the route.
- 01The tunnel measures 22.33 meters wide, earning a Guinness World Record.
- 02It is part of the Missing Link project aimed at easing traffic between Mumbai and Pune.
- 03The tunnel enhances safety by bypassing accident-prone areas.
- 04The project utilized advanced engineering techniques.
- 05The recognition highlights the tunnel's significance in modern infrastructure.
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The Missing Link tunnel, part of the Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway in Maharashtra, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's widest underground road tunnel, measuring 22.33 meters. This achievement was celebrated during an official ceremony on Maharashtra Day, where Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis received the certificate. The tunnel aims to alleviate congestion and improve travel efficiency between Mumbai and Pune, significantly enhancing safety by bypassing a dangerous ghat section. The project was executed by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) and the construction firm Navayuga, employing advanced engineering techniques to overcome challenges posed by the Western Ghats. Dignitaries, including deputy chief ministers and various ministers, attended the event, underscoring the tunnel's importance as a critical infrastructure addition to one of India's busiest expressways.
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The tunnel is expected to significantly reduce travel time and improve safety for commuters between Mumbai and Pune.
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