As the cheap labour is available in India, it is continuing with open trench method of laying. The concept of social costs involved in open trench construction vs. trenchless construction has now started gathering attention of planners and  the Government. The social costs which can be avoided by adopting the above technology and  the benefits which can be passed on to society are clarified below :

TRAFFIC

• Traffic Hinderance
• Traffic Obstruction
• Accidents
• Extra costs in providing diversions, their maintenance etc.

ENVIRONMENT

• Damage to green belts, tress
• Traffic Congestion - Environmental pollution due to dust & smoke
• Noise pollution
• Ground & surface water pollution
• Loss in productivity
• Faulty service in Energy, Communication & Power lines
• Existing utility being damaged by other authorities through open trenching
• Increased consumption of Petrol, Oil & Lubricants