Sub-theme: Tunneling in Challenging Geologies: Himalayan Experience and Global Perspectives
Session Convener and Invited Speaker: Dr. Manoj Verman
Emaill: [email protected]
Objective:
This session will bring together experts and practitioners to discuss innovative practices, engineering challenges, and lessons learned from tunnelling in mountainous and geologically complex terrains, particularly the Himalayas.
Tentative Structure:
- Opening Remarks by Session Convener (Dr. Manoj Verman)
- Invited Talk:
“Resilient Tunnelling in the Himalayas: Lessons from Recent Projects” – Dr. Manoj Verman
- Technical Presentations (4–5 speakers from academia and industry)
- TBM tunnelling in fault zones
- NATM in squeezing ground
- Tunnel collapse case studies and geotechnical learnings
- Digital monitoring tools and AI integration
- Panel Discussion:
“Future of Tunnelling in the Himalayas and Beyond”
- Audience Interaction & Q&A
Please contact Dr. Verman if you want to contribute in the session and register in ARC-15 of IAEG.
Expected Outcomes:
- Knowledge exchange between industry and academia
- Identification of research gaps and field challenges
- Suggestions for better planning and execution of tunnels in high-risk regions
