Venue : SMIT @ 10:30 AM
Our recent industry visits to the Rangpo-Sevok Railway Project Tunnel Construction site in West Bengal provided a firsthand look at the progress and intricacies of this transformative infrastructure project.
EVENT REPORT
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TITLE/NAME OF EVENT: |
Industrial site visit (March 2024), Department of Civil Engineering |
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ORGANIZED BY (DEPT/(CLUB/BODY ETC): |
Department of Civil Engineering |
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UNDER THE BANNER OF(DEPT./OFFICE/CELL ETC): |
Department of Civil Engineering |
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COLLABORATION WITH: |
IRCON, APCO Infratech, ITD Cementation, D2-PEMS Engineering Consultants Pvt. Ltd. |
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STUDENT EVENT: YES / NO |
Yes |
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EXTERNALLY FUNDED: YES / NO |
No |
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IF EXTERNALLY FUNDED, THEN NAME OF FUNDING AGENCY |
NA |
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NATURE: INTERNAL PARTICIPANTS / EXTERNAL PARTICIPANTS / BOTH |
INTERNAL PARTICIPANTS |
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NO. OF PARTICIPANTS: |
65 |
9A |
INTERNAL: |
65 |
9B |
EXTERNAL |
Nil |
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MODE: ONLINE / OFFLINE |
Site visit |
10A |
IF ONLINE PROVIDE LINK |
NA |
11A |
DATE FROM |
5th March 2024 |
11B |
DATE TO: |
8th March 2024 |
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PLACE OF EVENT |
Tuneel 8 and 10 of Rangpo-Sevok Railway Project located at Teesta and Tarkhola, respectively |
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COORDINATORS: |
Dr. Sajal Sarkar, Mr. Guru Prasad Sharma, Mr. Sourav Gupta, Mr. Axay Thapa, Dr. Partha Sarathi Nayek, Mr. Rajdeep Roy, and Mr. Tamal Ghosh |
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ATTACH LIST OF PARTICIPANTS WITH INITIALS BY COORDINATORS (ATTACH ANNEXURE) |
Refer ANNEXURE A |
Industry Site Visit Report: Rangpo-Sevok Railway Project
Overview: Our recent industry visits to the Rangpo-Sevok Railway Project Tunnel Construction site in West Bengal provided a firsthand look at the progress and intricacies of this transformative infrastructure project.
Date: [5th and 8th March 2024]
Key Observations:
1. Engineering Marvel: The Rangpo-Sevok Railway Project Tunnel construction is emerging as an engineering marvel, seamlessly blending with the terrain of West Bengal. The construction showcases innovative techniques to navigate challenging landscapes.
2. Progress Milestones: During our visit, we witnessed significant progress in tunnel mining, rock-bolting, shot-concreting, lining work and reinforcing.
3. Technological Integration: Cutting-edge technologies are being employed in tunnel construction, emphasizing efficiency and safety. The integration of advanced machinery and monitoring systems reflects a commitment to modernizing rail infrastructure.
Key Takeaways:
1. Technological Advancements: The use of state-of-the-art technology signifies a shift towards more efficient and sustainable railway infrastructure development.
2. Economic Boost: Beyond the transportation benefits, the project contributes significantly to the local economy through job creation and skill enhancement.
Conclusion: Our visit to the Rangpo-Sevok Railway Project Tunnel Construction site left us inspired by the scale of innovation and collaborative spirit driving this project. As it progresses, it promises to be a hallmark in the advancement of rail connectivity in West Bengal and Sikkim.