Villivakkam to Enhance Civic Infrastructure with New Medical College and Safety Measures
Villivakkam to get new medical college, better civic infrastructure: Minister Aadhav Arjuna
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Minister Aadhav Arjuna announced plans for new infrastructure projects in Villivakkam, Tamil Nadu, including a medical college and improved civic facilities. The initiative aims to address civic issues, enhance women's safety, and improve public services.
- 01New infrastructure projects include a medical college, engineering college, arts college, and higher secondary school.
- 02Minister Aadhav Arjuna emphasized the importance of women's safety and plans to close certain Tasmac liquor shops.
- 03Civic agencies will identify land for these projects within 10 days.
- 04Over 50% of areas lack proper water supply pipelines, which will be addressed.
- 05CCTV surveillance will be improved for safety in public spaces.
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Minister Aadhav Arjuna announced significant infrastructure developments in Villivakkam, a locality in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, including the establishment of a medical college, an engineering college, an arts college, and a higher secondary school. During a media briefing following a review meeting with civic officials, he highlighted the Chief Minister's directive for MLAs to collaborate with various departments to tackle civic issues. The minister noted that land identification for these projects will occur within 10 days. He also addressed pressing concerns such as women's safety and drug culture, stating plans to close six out of eleven Tasmac liquor shops near schools and places of worship. Furthermore, he acknowledged the lack of water supply pipelines in over 50% of the area and pledged to resolve these issues alongside improving storm-water drains before the monsoon season. Enhanced CCTV surveillance and proper documentation of women's complaints at police stations were also emphasized as part of the safety measures.
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These initiatives aim to improve educational access, enhance public safety, and address basic infrastructure needs in Villivakkam.
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