Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao has expressed his intention to consult experts from various fields to preserve it.
A 150-metre long underground British era bunker which had been closed for several decades was discovered by Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao inside the Raj Bhavan complex at Malabar Hill in Mumbai. (Photo: Twitter)- Tunnel starts from a big workshop type area and built with lots of ventilation and drainage area. (Photo: Twitter)
- Even though the bunker was apparently closed after independence, it was found to be surprisingly intact. (Photo: Twitter)
- Tunnel has several spaces created on its both sides to store arms and ammunition. It also has rooms for people to live. (Photo: Twitter)
- Interestingly the entire underground bunker has a drainage system and inlets for fresh air and light. (Photo: Twitter)
- Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao had earlier visited the bunker with his Vinodha. (Photo: Twitter)
- The tunnel is 150 meter long, 3 meter wide and height is around 12 feet, Fadnavis said. (Photo: Twitter)
- The bunker opens with a 20-ft tall gate and a ramp on the western side. (Photo: Twitter)
- Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao has expressed his intention to consult experts from various fields to preserve it. (Photo: Twitter)
- Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis visited the bunker. Experts are being called to demystify the history of tunnel, Fadnavis said. (Photo: Twitter)
- There are also scores of Lamp Recesses in the gangway. (Photo: Twitter)
- The bunker spread over an area of over 5,000 square feet has rooms bearing the name Shell Store, Gun Shell, Cartridge Store, Shell Lift, Pump, Workshop etc. (Photo: Twitter)
- There are long passages and small to medium rooms on either side of the bunker. (Photo: Twitter)
- The bunker opens with a 20-ft tall gate and a ramp on the western side. (Photo: Twitter)
A 150-metre long underground British era bunker which had been closed for several decades was discovered by Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao inside the Raj Bhavan complex at Malabar Hill in Mumbai. (Photo: Twitter)
Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao has expressed his intention to consult experts from various fields to preserve it.
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