Minister Tran Hong Minh urges acceleration of Nhon–Hanoi Station metro tunnel project
During a site inspection on Sept 4, Minister Tran Hong Minh called for all-out efforts to speed up the Nhon–Hanoi Station metro tunnel, stressing that each day saved benefits the public and prevents cost overruns on the long-delayed project.
On the morning of September 4, Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh led a delegation to inspect the underground section of Metro Line 3, Nhon–Hanoi Station.
Minister Tran Hong Minh inspects the Nhon–Hanoi Station metro tunnel site.
"Even if progress is advanced by just one month, one week, or one day, citizens will benefit sooner from a modern public transport service. Progress must not lag; construction deserves top priority", he said.
He also emphasized the need to prevent slurry overflow incidents to protect nearby households, urging contractors to apply precise calculations given the area’s complex geology and limited space.
Acknowledging Vietnam’s limited experience in metro construction, the Minister underlined the importance of technology transfer and training to build domestic expertise. He called for close coordination among consultants, designers, and contractors, with a "sun or rain, work goes on" spirit, operating in three shifts with four crews to speed up progress.
"The Ministry of Construction, relevant agencies, and Hanoi authorities will continue to work together to overcome challenges and move this project forward", he affirmed
