Why India Built a $2BN Airport in a Swamp - #177

About this episode

The episode discusses the controversial construction of Navi Mumbai International Airport in a swamp and explores related infrastructure topics.

This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video " India Just Built an Airport in a Swamp ". Together, we're discussing if India really built Navi Mumbai International in the worst place possible? Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6X Later in the episode, we cover: Mongolia’s volcanic visitor centre Beijing’s new art museum We end the show with a 'public-transport at the 2026 World Cup' themed email from Lucca. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.com www.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: The B1M

Topics covered

• airport construction
• urban planning
• infrastructure
• environmental challenges
• public transport
• international projects

Keywords

• Navi Mumbai
• airport
• construction
• infrastructure
• environment
• public transport
• Mongolia
• Beijing
• 2026 World Cup

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: MEGA BUILDS

Places: India, Navi Mumbai International, Mongolia, Beijing

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