Tambaram Railway Subway to Get ₹4-Crore Revamp After Years of Neglect
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- •The Tambaram pedestrian subway, inaugurated in 2018, has been locked and unused due to poor maintenance and safety concerns.
- •The ₹4-crore redevelopment project includes cleaning, safety upgrades, and plans to convert the eastern side into a food court and recreational hub.
- •Maintenance responsibility lies with the Tambaram Corporation, though ownership of the approach road remains disputed.
- •Local residents and activists demand better security, realigned roads, and proper maintenance to ensure safe usage by students and commuters.
Tambaram’s long-neglected pedestrian subway connecting GST Road and Velachery Main Road is finally set for a major transformation. The underground passage, inaugurated in 2018 beneath the Tambaram flyover, has remained locked and largely unused due to poor maintenance, safety concerns, and alleged structural issues. The Tambaram Corporation has now initiated a ₹4-crore redevelopment project, beginning with a comprehensive clean-up drive under the “Clean & Green Tambaram” initiative.
On May 27, Tambaram MLA and Minister for Human Resources Management, D. Sarathkumar, along with the Chengalpattu Collector, reviewed the ongoing cleaning and safety measures around the subway. Tambaram Corporation Commissioner S. Balachandran confirmed that model designs for the redevelopment are ready, and the project is expected to be completed within a few months after securing the required clearances. The civic body plans to transform the eastern side of the subway into a vibrant food court and recreational hub.
