IDENTIFICATION OF CAUSES OF TIME AND COST OVERRUN, IT’S IMPACT AND CONTROL IN METRO PROJECTS IN INDIA

Civil Engineering

Metro rail systems are required in cities not only to offer an efficient public transportation system, but also to reduce traffic and improve environmental conditions. Many cities already have metro rail plans in the works, but implementation is hampered by a number of issues. The goal of this study paper is to examine the primary causes of schedule and expense delays, as well as to collect data from a diverse group of construction experts working on Metro Projects using a questionnaire survey. The main conclusions drawn from the data should benefit the construction industry in better assessing not only the major causes of delays as well as the causes of delays in overall construction projects, but also how to reduce them through appropriate planning and the use of splitting working methods. Almost every metro project in India is running behind schedule. In megaprojects, delays are often regarded as the most common, challenging, and dangerous issue. The bulk of construction projects in underdeveloped countries have time overruns. All projects, regardless of their size or complexity, are plagued by deadlines and unpredictability. Every construction project encounters delays, which vary widely from one project to the next. Prior studies on time and cost overrun factors are thoroughly evaluated in this study. Aside from fulfilling the growing demand, sound decision-making throughout the construction phase can help to avoid delays. More research is needed, however. This might involve, among other things, research into decision-making procedures, the content of construction site management training programmes, the value of apprenticeship programmes in building a more skilled workforce, and the potential for expanded use of pre-cast materials. This study looked into the reasons for construction project delays in India.

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