V. Somanna Inaugurates Limited Height Subway at Bheemasandra, Tumakuru
V. Somanna, Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, inaugurated the Limited Height Subway (LHS) constructed at Old Bheemasandra Gate (Level Crossing No. 43) in Tumakuru on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, V. Somanna said that under the visionary leadership of the Prime Minister, India is marching ahead on the path of progress. He said that the construction of a subway at…
Union Minister V. Somanna inaugurated a Limited Height Subway (LHS) at Old Bheemasandra Gate (Level Crossing No. 43) in Tumakuru on Thursday. Addressing the gathering, Somanna stated that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, India is progressing on its path of development. He further mentioned that the subway was constructed in just 10 months, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the local population.
Somanna affirmed that such projects would contribute to the growth and transformation of Tumakuru. He also emphasized that developmental works are planned with consideration for the needs of the next 100 years. The LHS will ensure safer and smoother movement of road users and improve connectivity in the area. The subway, costing approximately ₹2.26 crore, features an RCC box for pedestrians, two-wheelers, and Light Motor Vehicles.
The road adjacent to the old box location has been widened, and the turning radius has been increased for smoother vehicular movement. The event saw the presence of Tumakuru City MLA G. B. Jyothi Ganesh and other public representatives, as well as railway officials. Earlier, Somanna engaged in a Swachhata Shramdan program at Tumakuru Railway Station.
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