Chennai: The renovation work on the Anna Arch at Arumbakkam would begin from September 26. A decision to this effect was taken at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa at the Secretariat on Monday. During the discussions, the Chief Minister advised the officials about the renovation measures to be undertaken to safeguard the Arches, a landmark in the city. The Arches were to be removed on September 3 to make way for a flyover a the EVR High Road-Anna Nagar Third Avenue junction, but the officials could not take apart structure.
Meanwhile, on learning about the attempts to remove the arches, on September 5, the Chief Minister announced that the structure would not be removed but the alignment of the flyover would be shifted slightly towards the eastern side so as not to disturb the arches. The Anna Arch constructed to mark the platinum jubilee of former Chief Minister CN Annadurai and unveiled by former Chief Minister MG Ramachandran on January 1, 1986, remains strong and sturdy just as the glory of MGR remains in the hearts of the people. I have directed the authorities to continue the work on the fly-over without disturbing the Anna Arch, the Chief Minister had said then.
The previous DMK regime had, in 2010, approved the construction of a flyover connecting the Third Avenue of Anna Nagar and Nelson Manickam Road, at a cost of `117 crore, to ease the traffic congestion on EVR High Road in Arumbakkam.
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02:04 PM, Sep 25, 2012
Bangalore: Following the diamond jubilee celebrations in June this year, the Karnataka Legislative Assembly will now be witnessing a major renovation work adding a new and modern touch to the majestic two storeyed assembly hall of the Vidhana Soudha. Speaking to City Express, the Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker, KG Bopaiah said, The works including civil, electrical and installation of audio-video systems will be completed by December end and the renovated...
01:56 PM, Sep 25, 2012
New Delhi: Planning Commission Deputy Chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia on Wednesday justified the expenditure amounting to Rs 35 lakh on renovating two toilets in Yojana Bhawan saying it was within the budget. Montek said there was nothing wrong in the upgradation of toilets. "This is under the Planning Commission renovation work and within the budget. This is a decision taken by the administration. There is nothing wrong, we have tried...
03:43 PM, Jun 06, 2012
New Delhi: The Planning Commission has issued a statement slamming the reports of wasteful expenses on renovating two toilets in Yojana Bhawan calling it a routine maintenance and upgradation. The Planning Commission also said that the toilets being renovated are for the public and not for senior officials. "The toilets being repaired or renovated are public toilet blocks and not private toilets for senior officials or members," the Planning commission...
02:00 PM, Jun 06, 2012
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Heres good news for the city-zens of Thiruvananthapuram. The Kalabhavan theatre at Vazhuthacaud will be closed soon, but for a good cause; for, it will get a thorough makeover in the coming months. Kalabhavan will be the first among the ten theatres owned by the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) to undergo renovation this year. Cine buffs would soon be able to enjoy a new movie experience here...
10:22 AM, Apr 02, 2012
CHENNAI: The Prince of Arcot, Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali, has appealed to Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa to restore the historic Chepauk Palace that suffered heavy damage following a fire on Monday. The historic structure, grand Chepauk Palace, known as Kalas Mahal, which suffered massive damage due to the fire which broke out on Monday should be restored to its original glory, a statement from the Prince read. He appealed to...
08:27 AM, Jan 18, 2012
Kochi: The Durbar Hall Ground in the heart of the city will get a facelift soon. The works to renovate the ground will begin after Onam. Out of the Rs 1.35 crore that has been sanctioned for the work, Rs 68 lakh will be sanctioned next week. "The Durbar Hall Ground will be raised to international standards," said Tourism Minister AP Anil Kumar during his visit to the ground. The...
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