Bengaluru: The proposal to build a 16.5-km tunnel road between Central Silk Board and Hebbal appears to be on uncertain ground.

An expert committee, constituted by the government itself, had flagged over 121 shortcomings in the detailed project report (DPR), a critical document based on which the government is proceeding with the underground road project.

While project proponents claim to have addressed the committee’s concerns, not all red flags have been attended to. Among the most pressing concerns are the absence of comprehensive geotechnical studies as well as the proposal of building a shaft near the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, an area designated as environmentally sensitive.

Thirdly, the committee had also recommended that at least 90% of the work site area should be free from encu

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