India’s tallest flagpole installed by Skipper Limited at Atari-Wagha border

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Skipper Limited, recognized globally for Power Transmission & Distribution structures, has erected ‘s tallest flagpole, measuring 418 feet (127.5 meters), at the significant in . The inauguration was graced by Shri Nitin Gadkari, the Minister of Road Transport and Highways, alongside Punjab’s Chief Minister, Shri .

Project Specifications and Details

Flagpole’s Robust Design

This monumental flagpole stands at a soaring height of 418 feet or 127.5 meters, with the National Emblem placed 2 meters above its top section. It’s designed to hoist a flag measuring an expansive 120 feet by 80 feet. The structure is comprised of 14 sections, securely interconnected using a stress fit approach.

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Construction and Erection Insights

For the foundation, a specialized steel with 8.8 grade anchor bolts was chosen. The designs, validated by IIT Chennai, incorporated nine piles and an M25 grade concrete. A DEMAG AC 1600 crane, featuring a hydraulic boom length of 50 meters and an added 90-meter lifting fly jib, played a pivotal role in achieving the necessary elevation. Impressively, the entire erection process concluded within a span of 15 days, leveraging a vertical lifting strategy.

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Director’s Perspective on the Achievement

Devesh Bansal, the Director of Skipper Limited, expressed, “We are glad that we are playing a crucial role and contributing our bit towards India’s infrastructure development… This accomplishment is not just about erecting a tall structure; it’s about upholding our nation’s heritage, unity, and sovereignty… Our team at Skipper Limited has dedicated countless hours… This flagpole, rising 418 feet high, soars into the skies as a symbol of national pride and unity…” He also emphasized the significance of Shri Nitin Gadkari’s presence during the inauguration and shared Skipper Limited’s forward-looking vision of continuing to partake in projects that inspire and unite India.


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