Chandigarh, August 29 – The Gurugram Metro Expansion Project achieved a significant construction milestone on Saturday, successfully lifting its first 160-tonne U-girder. The U-girder was lifted at Pier No. 26/27 near Cyber Park with the help of hydraulic cranes having capacities of 400 tonnes and 600 tonnes.

 

Industries and Commerce Minister, Rao Narbir Singh, performed a puja to mark the commencement of this important construction activity. Thereafter, in his presence, the U-girder was successfully placed at the designated location in accordance with prescribed technical standards and safety protocols.

 

Industries and Commerce Minister, Rao Narbir Singh, said that with the lifting of the first U-girder, construction work on the Gurugram Metro Expansion Project has entered a new phase on the ground. The expansion project is among the key priorities of the Haryana Government. The government's objective is to provide modern and improved public transport facilities in Gurugram so that civic amenities expand in tandem with the city's development. He said that while accelerating the construction work, strict adherence to quality and safety standards is also being ensured.

 

Rao Narbir Singh said that the lifting of the first U-girder is not merely another stage in the construction process, but an important step towards better connectivity for Gurugram in the future. As the project progresses, residents will begin to see its positive impact on the ground. The successful lifting of the first U-girder has given fresh momentum to the construction of the Gurugram Metro Expansion Project. In the coming days, other construction activities will also be taken up expeditiously in accordance with the stipulated work plan.

 

Notably, in view of Gurugram's rapidly expanding urban landscape and the steadily increasing traffic pressure, the Metro Expansion Project is considered an important step towards strengthening the public transport system. Expansion of the metro network will not only establish better connectivity among various key areas of the city but will also provide citizens with a convenient, fast and reliable mode of transportation. We're placing a strong emphasis on quality and safety, along with timely project execution. The successful completion of the U-girder lifting marks an important achievement in this direction.

 

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