Harbin spent 12 years to open only two subway lines for the slowest subway construction, and this embarrassing fact has become a hot topic of urban development. Other cities already have huge metro networks, but Harbin always seems to be half a beat slower, so what is going on?Before we dive in, let's take a look at some of the shocking numbers.
Subway construction is in full swing across the country, but Harbin seems to be "dragging its feet". Data shows that since the construction of the subway began in 2008, only two lines have been opened. This makes Harbin one of the slowest cities in the country to build a subway. This data is staggering, and it also makes us wonder why the subway construction in Harbin is so slow
You may say that the speed of subway construction is related to factors such as the size of the city and its economic strength. So, let's look at the country's conditional requirements for subway construction. The state stipulates that if a city wants to build a subway, it needs to have the corresponding economic strength and basic conditions. This includes a number of indicators such as GDP, population size, and fiscal revenue. As a city with these conditions, why does Harbin behave so "Buddhist" in the construction of the subway?
To understand Harbin's subway construction in depth, we also need to understand its construction overview. It is understood that the construction of the Harbin Metro began in 2008 and was not opened for the first time until 2013. This line became the country's first cold-resistant subway line, which can be described as an innovative move. What is unbelievable is that in the next six years, only one line was added to the Harbin Metro, that is, Metro Line 3, which opened in 2017. This speed is simply slower than that of a snail, which has aroused strong dissatisfaction from many citizens and netizens.
What makes Harbin's subway construction even more special is that Metro Line 3 is a rare circular line. This is rare in the whole country, and it also brings a lot of challenges to Harbin. The construction of the ring line is more difficult, and the problems involved in engineering and design are far more complex than ordinary lines. This has put more pressure on the construction of the subway in Harbin.
So, why did Harbin choose to build a circular line?On the one hand, this shows that Harbin is a pioneer in subway construction. Albeit slowly, it dares to challenge something that other cities don't dare to try. The design of the ring line is also in line with the actual needs of urban traffic, which helps to better alleviate traffic pressure.
The construction of the ring line is indeed not easy. In the alpine region of Harbin, the difficulty of construction has increased a lot. The biting cold wind and thick snow have made the subway construction project arduous. Despite this, Harbin did not stop because of difficulties, but insisted on advancing, and this spirit is worthy of recognition.
As of November 2020, no new lines have been opened on the Harbin Metro, which has disappointed many citizens. Some netizens said: "I'm waiting for the subway to come out of flowers." This dissatisfaction with the speed of subway construction has become the collective voice of Harbin citizens.
We also need to understand that there are indeed certain difficulties in the construction of the ring line. After all, it's a challenging project. As one citizen said, "Although it is slow, considering the difficulty of the construction of the ring line, we cannot completely complain." "For subway construction, we may need to be more patient and understanding.
Slow or not, Harbin Metro Line 3 is expected to open to traffic next year. This has a positive impact on improving urban traffic conditions, improving the quality of life of residents, and promoting economic development. In this process, we may need to give more support and encouragement to the construction of the Harbin Metro.
Let's look ahead to Harbin's future rise in transportation and economy. Perhaps although the construction of the subway is slow, it is an opportunity for urban development. It is believed that with the continuous improvement of the subway and the continuous growth of the city, Harbin will usher in a more brilliant tomorrow. May Harbin's subway, like the city, flourish and move forward.