Project Description

Rajbhavan Bunker

Signature Project – Category Repairs & Restoration : Heritage

Project Details

  • Rajbhavan is a Grade II B structure located on the southernmost tip of Malabar hill and is enclosed by Arabian sea from three sides.
  • The bunker below the lawns of Rajbhavan is an unique example of urban archeology. This 200 meter long underground tunnel was built in British Era which remained uncovered for nearly 6 decades. It was discovered in August 2016.
  • The bunker has 13 rooms of different sizes. It opens with a 20 ft. tall gate.
  • Structwel was hired to carry out structural strengthening of the bunker.