கட்டண கழிவறைகள் அனைத்தும் கட்டணமில்லா பொதுக் கழிவறைகளாக செயல்பாட்டுக்கு வந்துள்ளது
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement dated 10 March 2025 makes all previously paid toilets in the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex, Chennai, free for public use from that date. The change covers 68 toilets, including 23 toilets for women, as well as 10 urinals, and additional toilets are being built.
What the announcement does
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement dated 10 March 2025 states that all toilets that had operated as paid facilities in the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex since the complex began functioning are now free public toilets. Free use started on 10 March 2025.
The change was made following requests from traders and workers and with the cleanliness of the market surroundings in view. The announcement records that the action followed guidance from the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and directions from P. K. Sekar Babu, Minister for Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments and Chairman of the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority.
Area and facilities covered
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority constructed the vegetable, fruit and flower markets within the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex. Maintenance work in the complex is managed by the Market Management Committee.
The free public toilet arrangement covers:
- 68 toilets within the complex.
- 23 toilets designated for women, included within the total of 68.
- 10 urinals.
- All toilets that had previously been operated as paid toilets from the early period of the complex.
A work order for maintaining these facilities has been awarded to the company that submitted the lowest tender.
Additional construction
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement also records action to construct 10 additional toilets at locations adjoining the roads within the complex. This construction is being taken up quickly in response to requests from market traders.
Who is affected
The free toilet arrangement directly benefits traders, workers, consumers and other people using the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex. Users of the covered toilets should no longer be charged for access from 10 March 2025.
For property buyers, owners and professionals, the announcement concerns public toilet access, maintenance and additional toilet construction inside the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex. Its stated provisions are limited to these facilities and their operation within the complex.
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Common questions
Do I have to pay to use a toilet in the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex?
No. All toilets in the complex that previously operated as paid facilities became free public toilets from 10 March 2025.
How many free toilets are covered?
The announcement covers 68 toilets, including 23 toilets for women. It also includes 10 urinals.
Who is responsible for maintaining the toilet facilities?
A work order has been awarded to the company that submitted the lowest tender. The Market Management Committee manages maintenance work in the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex.
Are more toilets being built in the market complex?
Yes. Action is being taken to construct 10 additional toilets at locations adjoining roads within the complex.
