CMDA Launches Beautification Project for Velachery Flyover

Last week, the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) issued tenders to enhance the area beneath the Velachery flyover. This project will transform the space into a park and a bus stand, aiming to improve urban aesthetics and convenience.

Key Features:

Bus Stand: 

Six bus bays, a waiting area, pedestrian walk path, and amenities including toilets for men, women, and persons with disabilities. The bus stand will be equipped with CCTV, a public address system, and LED lighting.

Park: 

Features will include a children`s play area, open gym, walking tracks, artwork, and sculptures. The park will have LED illumination, a boundary wall, and extensive landscaping with a sprinkler system.

Art and Lighting: 

Flyover pillars will be art-painted, and footpaths will be lit with LED lights and Post Top Lanterns (PTL).

Additionally, the CMDA plans to beautify flyovers at Retteri, Villivakkam, Padi, and Vadapalani with a budget of ₹11.2 crores, covering 3,086 meters. These enhancements aim to uplift the urban landscape and improve quality of life.