Deep Digging, Storm Water Drain: What Led to Cracks Near Magathane Metro Station in Mumbai

During the inspection, it was found that the chamber of the storm water drain near Entry Exit 2 of Magathane Metro Station was in close proximity to the foundation of the stairs and escalator. Due to a deep excavation carried out by a builder adjacent to the drain chamber, the collapse of the surrounding soil has damaged the chamber wallDuring the inspection, it was found that the chamber of the storm water drain near Entry Exit 2 of Magathane Metro Station was in close proximity to the foundation of the stairs and escalator. Due to a deep excavation carried out by a builder adjacent to the drain chamber, the collapse of the surrounding soil has damaged the chamber wall