Based on the findings of the technical survey, mitigation measures will be taken to prevent subsidence and cracks on the buildings. A senior KMRC official said they might need to temporarily evacuate the residents of those buildings. Between Phoolbagan and Sealdah, another underground stretch of 2.73km, there are 50-odd buildings. “The stretch between Esplanade and Sealdah does not have as many tall buildings as Brabourne Road does,” the official said. “If the tracks go through SN Banerjee Road, the curves underground would be too sharp for trains to negotiate.

Source: The Telegraph February 07, 2019 22:30 UTC