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Key Points

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The project, called Project Seabird Phase IIA, includes new housing, health, and utility infrastructure at the Karwar naval base.

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Five towers contain 300 dwelling units for navy defence civilians and their families.

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Hospital expansion increases bed capacity to 409, enhancing medical care for base personnel.

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A hilltop water reservoir holds two lakh litres and a sewage treatment plant manages waste water.

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Integrated solid waste management and a four‑lane bridge with walkways and bike paths were inaugurated.

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The development follows Indian Green Building Council standards and aims for a Gold rating, using over 90% domestic materials.

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Summary

The base hospital, Indian Navy Hospital Patanjali, was expanded to a capacity of 409 beds.

A 200,000‑litre water reservoir, sewage treatment plant, and solid waste management facility were added.

A new four‑lane bridge with pedestrian and cycle pathways improves access, supporting the base's growth.

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New Words to Learn

16 words
inaugurated
officially opened with a ceremony
residential
related to living places
facility
a building or place designed for a specific purpose
capacity
the maximum number it can hold
reservoir
large storage tank for water
sewage
waste water from homes and buildings
treatment
process of cleaning or purifying
solid waste management
system for handling trash and garbage
bridge
structure that allows crossing over an obstacle
pedestrian
person walking on foot
cycle pathways
dedicated lanes for bicycles
environmental
connected to protecting nature
logistics
planning and coordination of resources and movement
conforms
matches or follows rules
Gold rating
highest level of recognition for eco‑friendly building
self‑reliant
able to support itself without outside help
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