2.5cr allocated by GCC for CNG cattle-catching vehicles in city
The civic agency has set aside 2.56 crore for the new vehicles.
Cattle roaming in public areas not only pose a danger to motorists and pedestrians but also contribute to frequent traffic congestion, particularly in densely populated and commercial zones. Currently, GCC operates 20 specially fabricated vehicles equipped with hydraulic lifts to manage such situations. However, eight of these vehicles have been in continuous operation for over 10 years and are now beyond economical repair, officials said.
"Additionally, diesel engines contribute to urban air pollution. Administration is now exploring cleaner alternatives," said a senior GCC official. During the budget session, the mayor announced that the civic body will procure CNG vehicles for cattle.
Each of the new CNG vehicles is estimated to cost 32 lakh, bringing the total project cost for all eight units to 2.56 crore. Once the new vehicles are inducted into service, GCC will initiate the scrapping of the obsolete vehicles, in accordance with environmental and safety regulations.
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Members of the public, however, lament over stray cattle menace. "We need permanent solution for the issue. The civic body must carry out an intensive cattle-catching drive across the city and increase penalties for owners who violate the guidelines," said S Antony Prince, a resident of Madipakkam.
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