Correct option is C
The correct answer is: (c) Bengaluru
India’s first 3D-printed post office is being constructed in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The project is being developed at Cambridge Layout near Ulsoor by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) using 3D construction technology, under the technical guidance of IIT Madras. The innovative structure spans 1,021 square feet and was completed in just 43 days, a significant reduction from the 6–8 months required using conventional building methods.
This 3D printing technology works by layering concrete using a robotic arm guided by a computer-controlled design model. The design and construction adhere to building codes and safety standards. The post office will operate under the jurisdiction of India Post and is a pioneering step in modern infrastructure development under government departments.
Information Booster:
• Project Cost: ₹23 lakh (approx.), 30–40% cheaper than traditional construction.
• Construction Time: Completed in 43 days vs. 6–8 months via traditional methods.
• Technology Partner: L&T Construction’s Building Transformation Division.
• Technical Support: IIT Madras provided structural design and material mix guidance.
• Material Used: Quick-setting concrete extruded layer by layer.
• Innovation Significance: First government building in India using 3D printing technology.