India, June 2 -- When we look at the marvels of modern construction - soaring skyscrapers, sprawling industries, intricate networks of highway and railway bridges and embankments, airports, and energy infrastructure - it is obvious to focus on the visible achievements.
Yet, beneath every asset we build, there lies an often complex and critical partner: the ground itself. The science, mechanics and behaviour of soils and geology profoundly shape what, where, and how we build.
Without a deep and artful understanding of the ground beneath us, even the most ambitious construction projects can falter, while those that respect the principles through science, technology and sound engineering stand the test of time. Every infrastructure developme...