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The Journey That Changed Everything: My First Trip from Mumbai to Gdansk

It all started on 14th April 2023 when I embarked on my first international trip from Mumbai to Gdansk. The excitement was coursing through my veins as I arrived at my destination the next day, around 15:00.

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Sustainable tunneling practices

Arriving Early in Gdansk: A Vegetarian’s Culinary Exploration Before the Program

Although the program was set to begin on 17th April, I decided to arrive a couple of days early to immerse myself in the beauty of Gdansk. Upon arrival, I wasted no time and headed straight to the city center, where I indulged in some amazing Polish cuisine. As a pure vegetarian, I was relieved to find plenty of options to satisfy my taste buds.

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Geotechnical investigation

Connecting with the Workshop Team: A Warm Welcome and an Unofficial Tour of Gdansk

On 15th April, I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Marcel ‘t Hart, one of the coordinator of the workshop, Bahaa Kalfouni, a PhD student and our local partner. Accompanied by Alice Borsari, Elisa Vasilu, Mariana Putzolu and Onur Inal, we enjoyed a delightful lunch and Bahaa treated us to an “Unofficial” city tour.

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Safety in tunneling

Discovering Gdansk: Exploring Hidden Gems and Embracing Its Vibrant Culture

We explored the hidden gems of Gdansk, soaking in the vibrant culture and architectural wonders. It was a fantastic way to acquaint ourselves with the city.

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Tunnel construction

Building Connections: A Warm Welcome Dinner with Young Planning Professionals

Most of the Young Planning Professionals (YPPs) arrived on 16th April, a Sunday. We had a dinner get-together, where we mingled and got to know each other. It was a perfect opportunity to interact with fellow participants and build connections.

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Digital tunneling

Workshop Day One: Diverse Minds Unite from Engineering, Planning, and Architecture

The much-anticipated first day of the workshop, 17th April, kicked off with introductions. We were a diverse group of 21 participants, hailing from various backgrounds such as civil engineering, geomatic engineering, urban planning, city planning, town planning, and architecture.

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