Bridge worth ₹22.41 crore in Vadaperumbakkam opened

Municipal Administration Minister K.N. Nehru on Monday inaugurated a newly constructed high-level bridge at Vadaperumbakkam, built at a cost of ₹22.41 crore. The bridge was constructed across the Puzhal surplus water channel in Manali and Madhavaram zones, covering Wards 17 and 23, using Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority funds and Greater Chennai Corporation capital funds. According to a press release, the bridge replaces a causeway that was frequently submerged during the monsoon, disrupting vehicular movement and causing difficulty for pedestrians. The release said the new bridge was built to address long-standing public demand in the area. The release mentioned that the bridge is 190 metres long and 7.5 metres wide and allows two vehicles to cross at a time. The release stated that around one lakh residents from Manali and Madhavaram areas were expected to benefit from the bridge. Earlier, the Minister inaugurated a dog sterilisation centre at Chettimedu village in Manali zone, Ward 17, built at a cost of ₹1.61 crore. The release said the centre was constructed on 3,582 square feet and includes 26 rooms such as kennels, operation theatre, laboratory, kitchen and storage rooms. The release added that the Minister inspected renovation and improvement works at Manali Lake, Madhavaram Lake and Kadapakkam Lake, being carried out under various funding sources. Several elected representatives and officials were present during the inspections, the release said. Published - December 23, 2025 01:01 am IST

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