TNSHA Plans to Cut Cost of Thiruvanmiyur–Uthandi Elevated Corridor to ₹1,500 Crore

The Tamil Nadu State Highways Authority (TNSHA) has decided to constitute a technical committee to reduce the cost of the proposed 13.3-km, four-lane elevated corridor between Thiruvanmiyur and Uthandi along the East Coast Road (ECR).

The committee has been tasked with identifying measures to reduce the project`s estimated cost by around ₹600 crore, bringing the total outlay down from ₹2,100 crore to approximately ₹1,500 crore.

Technical Specifications Under Review

According to officials, the committee will review the project`s technical specifications, including pillar design, foundation structure, road width, and construction materials. Some of the current design provisions are considered to exceed the project`s actual requirements.

Officials estimate that revising these specifications could reduce the overall project cost by 25–30% without compromising safety, structural integrity, or operational efficiency.

Contractors May Withdraw

Officials further stated that contractors will be required to adopt the revised specifications once they are finalised. Contractors unwilling to implement the proposed changes may choose to withdraw from the project, allowing the revised plan to move forward under the updated guidelines.