Residents of Besant Nagar Beach Face Neglect, Environmental Concerns Amidst Construction Activity
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- •Residents of Besant Nagar Beach face neglect and environmental concerns due to ongoing construction activity along the coastline.
- •Around five families live in huts with thatched roofs, asbestos-sheet walls, and broken doors, vulnerable to flooding and health risks.
- •Construction activity has resulted in the dumping of debris, including cement bags, tiles, and other construction materials, posing a threat to the environment.
- •Locals have expressed concern that additional construction near the coast could increase risks during heavy rain, flooding, and sea ingress.
- •Residents have urged authorities to take immediate action to address these issues and prevent further environmental degradation.
- •A GCC official from the Adyar Zone stated that a portion of the beach behind the Arupadai Veedu temple was cleared on Saturday, and steps will be taken to address the remaining issues in the following days.
Residents of Besant Nagar Beach in Chennai are facing neglect and environmental concerns due to ongoing construction activity along the coastline. A stretch of the beach near Kalakshetra Colony is marred by huts with thatched roofs, asbestos-sheet walls, and broken doors. These huts, home to around five families, are vulnerable to flooding and pose health risks due to the presence of reptiles, rats, and street dogs. Elderly fish vendors, Sarasa and Dasamma, who have lived on the beach for several years, expressed concerns about the lack of basic amenities, including garbage bins, electricity, and sewage connections. They rely on public toilets for bathing and other needs.
