Tambaram and Avadi Development Plan: Major Infrastructure Projects Planned for the Next 25 Years

The Tamil Nadu government is preparing a 25-year infrastructure development master plan for Chennai and its surrounding areas, with a focus on improving basic facilities and supporting future urban growth. The Tamil Nadu Urban Infrastructure Financial Services Limited (TNUIFSL) has invited tenders to prepare urban infrastructure development plans for the region.

The proposed initiative will cover the Greater Chennai Corporation, Avadi and Tambaram Corporations, along with several municipalities and town panchayats.

Chennai and Suburbs Divided into Two Groups

For preparing the development plans, the local bodies have been organised into two groups.

Group 1:

- Greater Chennai Corporation

- Thirumazhisai

- Naravarikuppam

- Minjur

- Gummidipoondi

- Thirukalukundram

- Thiruporur

- Uthiramerur

Group 2:

- Avadi Corporation

- Tambaram Corporation

- Maraimalai Nagar Municipality

- Thiruverkadu Municipality

Focus on Water Supply, Roads and Transport

The infrastructure study will assess existing facilities and identify the requirements for future development. Key areas include drinking water supply, sewage management, stormwater drainage, solid waste management, road infrastructure and transportation.

The planning process will also consider population growth, industrial development, land use patterns and future urbanisation to identify the infrastructure needed across these areas.

Separate Development Plans for Each Local Body

A separate development plan and an implementable action plan will be prepared for every local body. Projects will be classified into short-term, medium-term and long-term priorities.

The plans will also include recommendations on fund allocation and project implementation methods. This is intended to help local administrations identify infrastructure priorities and carry out development works in a planned manner.

Funding Under Chief Minister`s Integrated Urban Development Programme

The proposed initiative is expected to receive funding under the Chief Minister`s Integrated Urban Development Programme. The 25-year master plan is expected to provide a long-term roadmap for infrastructure development in Chennai and its suburbs, including Avadi and Tambaram.