Kilambakkam Foot Overbridge and Fountain Park Announcement
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement dated 12 March 2024 records the start of work on a pedestrian overbridge linking Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus, Grand Southern Trunk Road and the proposed Kilambakkam railway station, and the opening of a fountain park at the terminus. Minister for Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority and Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments P. K. Sekarbabu launched the overbridge work and opened the park.
What the announcement covers
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement dated 12 March 2024 describes two public infrastructure projects at Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus in Kilambakkam, Chengalpattu district. It is a project announcement and does not set out changes to land ownership, development rights or planning controls.
The projects are intended to improve pedestrian access, safety, recreation and green space around the bus terminus.
Pedestrian overbridge
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority plans a pedestrian overbridge connecting the bus terminus with the proposed Kilambakkam railway station and providing a safe crossing over Grand Southern Trunk Road.
Key details include:
- The estimated project cost is Rs.79 crore.
- The proposed overbridge will be about 220 metres long.
- An 8 metre wide area will be provided for passengers and members of the public to walk.
- Escalators, lifts and stairways are planned.
- The work is planned for completion within the next 12 months.
- Once completed, passengers should be able to travel more easily between the proposed railway station and Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus.
Fountain park
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority also reports the opening of a fountain park within Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus. The park was created for recreation and to provide green space.
The park provisions include:
- An area of about 6 acres.
- A reported cost of Rs.12.80 crore.
- Walking paths, ornamental flowering plants and seating.
- A children’s fountain, chess sculptures and a rock garden.
- A pond, channels and colourful night lighting.
- Work that began in June of the previous year and was completed in November 2023.
Who may be affected
Passengers, pedestrians and other members of the public using the Kilambakkam bus terminus, Grand Southern Trunk Road and the proposed railway station are the main beneficiaries. Property buyers and owners should note that the announcement describes transport and park works only. It does not identify private land to be acquired or announce any change to property classification, title or permitted land use.
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Common questions
Does the announcement change the land use or ownership of property near Kilambakkam?
No land use, ownership or planning change is stated. The announcement describes a pedestrian overbridge and a public park.
Where will the new pedestrian overbridge lead?
It is planned across Grand Southern Trunk Road to connect Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus with the proposed Kilambakkam railway station.
What facilities are planned for the pedestrian overbridge?
The approximately 220 metre overbridge is planned with an 8 metre wide walking area, escalators, lifts and stairways.
What facilities are available in the new park?
The approximately 6 acre park includes walking paths, ornamental plants, seating, a children’s fountain, chess sculptures, a rock garden, a pond, channels and colourful night lighting.
