Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy’s US Trip: Focus on SLBC Tunnel Excavation and Advanced Machinery

Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy is set to embark on a visit to the United States tonight, aiming to address critical issues related to the SLBC tunnel project. Scheduled to arrive on August 7th, the Minister will join Hon’ble Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for a meet-and-greet program with expatriate Indian leaders. This event marks a significant opportunity for diplomatic and community engagement.The primary goal of Minister Komatireddy’s trip is to secure advanced bearing machinery, which is crucial for expediting the delayed SLBC tunnel excavation. The project has faced setbacks due to bearing failures and other mechanical issues, prompting the need for state-of-the-art equipment to accelerate progress.On August 12th, Minister Komatireddy will meet with CEO Lock Home of Robbins Tunnel Boring Machinery Manufacturing Company in Ohio. This meeting is expected to focus on acquiring the necessary machinery and discussing solutions to overcome the current challenges in the tunnel project.