South Asia known for implementing iconic projects, says Srinivasan
Mumbai Metro Aqua Line 3, with a deep tunnel to make transportation safer in one of the world’s most populous cities, is among the top 50 most South Asian influential projects of the past 12 months, according to Project Management Institute (PMI).
The 33.5-km Aqua Line 3 is a part of the metro system under construction in Mumbai, the first in the city by Mumbai Metro Rail Corp Ltd.
Estimated to cost Rs.30,000 crore (US$4.0 billion), the Line is expected to reduce road congestion, besides reducing the load on the Western Line between Bandra and Churchgate.
“South Asia is known for implementing some of the most iconic projects across diverse industries, from technology to infrastructure development. These projects are indicative of the critical role projects play in societal and economic development,” Dr. Srini Srinivasan, Regional Managing Director, South Asia – PMI said in a release on 1 Nov 2021.
“At PMI, we are committed to empowering project professionals and changemakers who are driving innovation and leading transformation across industries. Our 2021 list of Most Influential Projects showcases innovative projects across industries that are expected to have a long-lasting impact on communities.”
Other iconic projects:
Maldives Floating City – For boldly shoring up a more resilient future for coastal cities
Atal Tunnel – For moving mountains to improve transportation in the Himalayas
Account Aggregator – For enabling consumers to share their data with financial institutions through a centralized API-based repository
Ola S1 – For eschewing fossil fuels for electric batteries, and adding innovative features to electric scooters
Anthropometry Tool – For helping gauge the health of a newborn through a mobile weighing tool that uses machine learning
Bellatrix Aerospace Lab – For building a start-of-the-art lab to develop and test electric and green chemical propulsion technology
Rajkumari Ratnavati Girl’s School – For building a school that is a powerful statement of female empowerment
KalArm – For leveraging 3D printing to develop affordable prosthetic limbs
Floating Solar Plant – For commissioning a project that will generate clean energy while lessening evaporation and conserving water
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