Minister inspection of Broadway bus terminus and North Chennai development works
The statement issued on 11 November 2024 records that Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department Minister and Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority Chairman Thiru P. K. Sekarbabu inspected sites in Broadway and nearby North Chennai areas linked to the North Chennai Development Scheme. It says a new multi purpose integrated transport bus terminus and Kuralagam project is planned at Broadway at an estimated cost of Rs. 822.70 crore, with temporary arrangements, alternative sites for affected traders and residents, and related housing and civic works also under review.
What this document is
This is a public statement dated 11 November 2024 about a site inspection by Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department Minister and Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority Chairman Thiru P. K. Sekarbabu. It is not a land acquisition notice, approval order or rule change. It reports progress, inspections and proposed arrangements for the Broadway bus terminus project and other North Chennai Development Scheme works.
What it covers
The statement says the inspection covered these locations and works.
- The old bus stand site at Broadway, Chennai, where a new multi purpose integrated transport bus terminus and Kuralagam are to be built.
- A 3 acre vacant port land site on Ibrahim Salai in Royapuram Zone, Ward 60, considered for a temporary bus stand for passenger convenience.
- A new multi purpose centre near Globe Marriage Hall, Thideer Nagar, Ezhu Kinaru, Ward 55, being built by Greater Chennai Corporation from Harbour Assembly constituency funds at an estimated Rs. 95 lakh.
- A new community welfare hall on Waltax Road, Othavadai Street, being built by Greater Chennai Corporation at an estimated Rs. 8.55 crore.
Why it may matter to property owners, traders and residents
People near Broadway, Royapuram, Harbour and nearby North Chennai areas may be affected if they use, occupy or do business at the present bus stand area or nearby roadside locations.
- The statement says there are more than 200 shops in the area, and officials have studied giving them alternative places, keeping their livelihood in mind.
- It says the Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner had already held three meetings with traders.
- It says roadside residents without permanent housing have been counted, and about 41 persons had so far been identified for housing.
- It says anyone left out may be included if proper documents are submitted.
Key project details mentioned
- The Broadway bus terminus project is stated to cost about Rs. 822.70 crore.
- Funding contributions are described as coming through Chennai Metro Rail Limited, Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority, TUFIDCO and Chennai Corporation.
- The plan mentioned includes a separate 9 floor building for Kuralagam and an 8 floor bus terminus with ground floor and two bus levels, along with commercial spaces.
- The statement also mentions 1,500 housing units proposed in the Harbour constituency, 750 on Waltax Road and Thanneer Thotti Street, and 750 near Stanley Medical College Hospital on Public Works Department land.
- It says 218 works under the North Chennai Development Scheme are being taken up, with an outlay of about Rs. 5,044 crore.
What this document does not do
This statement does not itself allot land, transfer title, approve a private building, or publish compensation terms. It mainly announces inspections, planned works and the government's intention to provide alternative arrangements for buses, traders and identified residents.
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Common questions
Does this document acquire my land or cancel my property rights?
No such action is stated here. The text is a minister's inspection statement about planned public works and alternative arrangements, not a land acquisition or title order.
If I run a shop in the Broadway project area, does the document mention any protection for me?
Yes. The statement says there are more than 200 shops in the area and that officials studied giving alternative places to traders, keeping their livelihood in mind. It also says the Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner held three meetings with traders.
If I am a roadside resident in the area, does the document mention rehousing?
Yes. The statement says roadside residents without permanent housing were counted, about 41 persons had been identified for housing, and anyone left out could be included if proper documents are submitted.
What is planned at the Broadway bus stand site?
The statement says a new multi purpose integrated transport bus terminus and Kuralagam are planned there at an estimated cost of Rs. 822.70 crore. It also mentions a temporary bus stand on Ibrahim Salai for passenger convenience while the project is taken up.
