And so it begins. This section of the rail line caused quite a controversy among local nature groups because it affects a gazetted nature reserve.

"SINGAPORE: The construction of a 5km tunnel for Phase 2 of the Cross Island MRT line (CRL2) will begin next year, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) said on Monday (Dec 5)."

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/mrt-cross-island-line-central-catchment-nature-reserve-tunnel-construction-begin-2023-3122841

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