Karnataka Chief Minister lays foundation stone for Hebbal short tunnel project
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has initiated the construction of a 2.2-km tunnel project in Hebbal to alleviate traffic congestion. The project faces criticism from activists regarding its high cost and necessity compared to surface road alternatives.
Why it matters
It reflects the ongoing tension between urban infrastructure development and fiscal responsibility in rapidly growing Indian cities.
The Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar on Sunday (June 28, 2026) performed the groundbreaking ceremony for a three-lane, short transitory twin tunnel from Hebbal Junction to the Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries University (KVAFSU).
The report balances the government's justification for the project with the concerns raised by activists and the Finance Department.
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