Durai Vaiko Reviews Overbridge Construction Progress in Pudukottai District
Durai Vaiko holds reviews work on overbridges in Pudukottai district

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Tiruchi MP Durai Vaiko conducted a review meeting on the construction of overbridges in Pudukottai district, addressing delays in land acquisition and project timelines for the Karuvepilan and Thiruvapur overbridges, with expected work commencement in 2028.
- 01The construction of overbridges at Karuvepilan and Thiruvapur has been a long-standing demand of local residents.
- 02The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is responsible for the Karuvepilan overbridge, part of the Tiruchi-Karaikudi Highway project.
- 03Land acquisition for the Karuvepilan overbridge is now expected to start in March 2028 after a delay due to Assembly elections.
- 04The Thiruvapur overbridge's land acquisition is delayed due to disputes among landowners over compensation, with completion promised by August 2026.
- 05Durai Vaiko previously coordinated with officials on January 28 to ensure progress on these projects.
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On Saturday, Tiruchi MP Durai Vaiko conducted a review meeting regarding the construction of overbridges in Pudukottai district, attended by Collector Aruna and senior officials. The overbridges at Karuvepilan and Thiruvapur have been long-standing demands from the local populace. Vaiko highlighted that the Karuvepilan overbridge, which falls under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), is part of the Tiruchi-Karaikudi Highway project. Officials indicated that the Land Plan Schedule would now be submitted to the Revenue Department by the end of June 2026, following delays attributed to the recent Assembly elections. The anticipated start date for construction is March 2028. Regarding the Thiruvapur overbridge, land acquisition was initially expected to be completed within two months, but disputes among landowners over compensation have caused delays. Officials assured that this work would be finalized by August 2026. Vaiko's meeting aimed to ensure commitments made in previous discussions are met, emphasizing the importance of these infrastructure projects for the community.
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The delays in overbridge construction affect local traffic and connectivity in Pudukottai district.
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