Construction work on the Victoria Metro Station in Kolkata has begun. The station will be located 15 meters below the Victoria Memorial, with the metro line running beneath the structure. Experts from IIT Kharagpur and Jadavpur University have conducted extensive studies to ensure that the construction process will not cause any...
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damage to the iconic monument. Artificial stimulation tests were performed to assess the impact of vibrations on the building. The Victoria Memorial authorities have approved the project, and IIT Madras experts will oversee the construction process. The metro line will be built in a tunnel beneath the Victoria Memorial, and the station will be located near the main gate. The authorities have requested that the construction be carried out in a way that minimizes disruption to tourists and avoids any structures above ground that could obstruct the view of the Victoria Memorial.