Archive · 31 May 2025
Nagpur's Nag River Widening Project Nears Metro Pillars; Safety Measures in Place
The Nag River in Nagpur is being widened to prevent flooding, which previously caused problems.
The project has reached a tricky spot near the Metro, where the riverbed gets very close to the Metro's support pillars.
To make sure everything is safe, construction workers built special foundations and walls to protect the pillars from the water and ensure the Metro continues to run safely.
This will help handle more water and reduce the chances of floods.
The Nag River widening project is underway near Metro pillars.
The riverbed is close to Metro Pillars 176 and 177.
MahaMetro is executing the project to mitigate flood risks.
Pile foundations and a jacketing wall are being constructed to protect the Metro.
The widened section aims to increase discharge capacity and reduce flood risk.
- Who
- MahaMetro
- What
- Widening of the Nag River near Metro pillars.
- When
- Ongoing, with precautions being taken before the monsoon season.
- Where
- Nagpur, India, near the former Krazy Castle amusement park.
- Why
- To widen the Nag River to reduce flood risk.
Potential Safety Issues
MahaMetro's Safety Measures
Safety Concerns Near Metro Pillars
Potential Safety Issues
Concerns over the close proximity of the riverbed to the Metro pillars.
MahaMetro's Safety Measures
MahaMetro has implemented safety measures, including pile foundations and a jacketing wall, to safeguard the Metro infrastructure.
- Affected River
- Nag River
- Target Riverbed Width
- 18 meters
- Key Infrastructure
- Metro Pillars 176 & 177
- Number of Piles Installed
- 30
- Pile Depth
- 8.5m
- Increased Discharge Capacity
- 140 cumecs
