Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Inaugurates Major Infrastructure Push for Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Thursday inaugurated a massive wave of completed infrastructure projects and launched new initiatives, marking a significant investment in Chennai's urban development. The total value of the 183 completed projects inaugurated stands at a staggering Rs 3,511.13 crore, while work for 10 new projects valued at Rs 1,267.62 crore was officially commenced.
Metrowater Projects Enhance Water and Sewage Management
Under the municipal administration and water supply department, Chief Minister Stalin flagged off five new vehicles worth Rs 47 lakh for Metrowater operations. He inaugurated 22 completed Metrowater projects with a combined worth of Rs 635.31 crore. These critical initiatives include drinking water supply enhancements in Valasaravakkam and Sholinganallur, specifically targeting areas like Semmenchery and Neelankarai.
New and upgraded sewage treatment plants have been established in Sholinganallur, Villivakkam, and Kodungaiyur. Extensive underground sewerage work has been executed across Manali, Alandur, Perungudi, and Sholinganallur zones. To prevent sewage contamination of city waterbodies, major sewer pumping lines have been realigned in Madhavaram, Tondiarpet, Ambattur, and Anna Nagar zones.
Greater Chennai Corporation Initiatives Boost Urban Amenities
Under the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC), Stalin opened 63 completed projects valued at Rs 86.04 crore. These diverse projects encompass a wide range of public facilities:
- A new bridge in Anna Nagar to improve connectivity.
- New bus stands in Madhavaram for enhanced public transport.
- 12 new school buildings distributed across various zones.
- Ward offices, an urban primary health centre in Manali, and anganwadi buildings.
- A dog birth control centre at the CMDA truck terminal in Madhavaram.
- Women's gyms, parks, ponds, playgrounds, sports courts, and gas crematoria in several neighbourhoods.
Additionally, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for eight GCC projects worth Rs 335.62 crore. A highlight is the long-awaited flyover on the 200-Feet Road between Sardar Patel Road and Guru Nanak College junction in Velachery. Other projects include sports complexes in Manali and Madhavaram, chief minister's study centres, and park upgrades featuring special facilities for children with disabilities.
Major Future Water Supply Projects Announced
Two significant future Metrowater projects, with a total value of Rs 932 crore, were announced. The first involves upgrading the capacity of the Puzhal water treatment plant from 300 MLD to 310 MLD at a cost of Rs 555.8 crore. The second project, valued at Rs 376.12 crore, aims to ensure continuous water supply in the Adyar, Pallipattu, and Thiruvanmiyur areas.
Statewide Benefits from Combined Water Schemes
Beyond Chennai, Chief Minister Stalin inaugurated large-scale combined drinking water schemes and underground sewerage projects across multiple districts. These include Namakkal, Thoothukudi, Tiruvallur, Chengalpet, Coimbatore, and Kanniyakumari. These regional initiatives are set to benefit more than 11.6 lakh people, significantly improving water access and sanitation infrastructure across Tamil Nadu.
This comprehensive infrastructure drive underscores the state government's commitment to enhancing urban livability, public health, and sustainable development in Chennai and its surrounding regions.
