Foundation Stone Laid for Police Station at Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement dated 5 February 2024 reports the start of construction for a new police station at the Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus in Kilambakkam, Chengalpattu district, at an estimated cost of ₹14.30 crore. Ministers T. M. Anbarasan and P. K. Sekarbabu laid the foundation stone and launched the work.
What the announcement covers
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement dated 5 February 2024 concerns new public facilities at the Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus in Kilambakkam, Chengalpattu district. It records the foundation stone ceremony for a police station estimated to cost ₹14.30 crore.
The foundation stone was laid by T. M. Anbarasan, Minister for the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Department, and P. K. Sekarbabu, Minister and Chairman of the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority and Minister for the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department.
Bus terminus details
The Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus was built by the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority over 88.52 acres at an estimated cost of ₹393.74 crore. The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu opened it for public use on 30 December 2023. The announcement states that more than 30,000 passengers were using the terminus each day.
Other facilities and transport links
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement also describes related works:
- A ramp and stairs were being built to help passengers move between the stopping areas for outstation buses and Metropolitan Transport Corporation buses.
- Affordable restaurants offering hygienic food were expected to open soon.
- ₹20 crore had been provided to the railway authorities for a new Kilambakkam railway station. Southern Railway had announced that it would be completed within six months.
- A pedestrian skywalk across Grand Southern Trunk Road was planned to connect the railway station and bus terminus. A tender was called on 31 January 2024, and work had started.
- A new metro station at Kilambakkam was expected as part of Chennai Metro Rail Limited's third phase.
- An entrance arch for Metropolitan Transport Corporation buses was under construction at an estimated cost of ₹4.80 crore.
- An idle parking facility for 120 omni buses was being developed on five acres at Mudichur, seven kilometres from the terminus, at an estimated cost of ₹27.98 crore. Accommodation for 300 workers, drinking water, toilets and restaurants were also planned there.
Relevance to property owners and buyers
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement reports public infrastructure projects around Kilambakkam. It does not state any change to private land ownership, land classification, planning permission requirements or development rights.
This summary is generated from the source document to help you find what is relevant. The PDF above is authoritative. For advice on your own property, use LandLens One or speak to a qualified professional.
Common questions
Where is the new police station being built?
It is being built at the Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus in Kilambakkam, Chengalpattu district.
How much is the police station expected to cost?
The estimated cost stated in the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announcement is ₹14.30 crore.
Does the announcement change land ownership or planning rules near Kilambakkam?
No change to private land ownership, land classification or planning rules is stated. The announcement reports construction and transport infrastructure works.
What other transport connections are planned for the bus terminus?
The announcement refers to a new Kilambakkam railway station, a pedestrian skywalk across Grand Southern Trunk Road and a future metro station under Chennai Metro Rail Limited's third phase.
