NEW DELHI, Feb. 9 -- A massive controversy has erupted over the six-lane, multi-crore Pragati Maidan Tunnel project, deemed a "potential threat to the lives of passengers" due to issues such as water seepage, poor drainage, and extensive cracks. Negligence in maintenance has exacerbated these problems, leading to significant structural damage necessitating a complete overhaul.

On the other hand, the Public Works Department (PWD) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), which executed the projects, are engaged in a blame game and have issued notices to each other for the flaws. The Delhi Government's agency, PWD, has also asked the construction major L&T, which executed the project, to deposit Rs 500 crore for the flaws. In response, L&T said it has ma...