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Time of India
08-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Foundation stone laid for two Mudhalvar Padaipagam centres in Coimbatore
COIMBATORE: The Coimbatore corporation on Tuesday laid the foundation for two new 'Mudhalvar Padaippagam' centres in the city. These co-working spaces and learning centres are being developed at a cost of Rs 3.36 crore each in Prabu Nagar, Kavundampalayam, and at 4th Block in Ganapathy Maa Nagar. According to corporation commissioner M Sivaguru Prabakaran, each centre is planned as a two-storey building spanning 8,000 square feet. The ground floor, with a 5,000 sq ft area, will feature a study space with adequate materials for those preparing for competitive examinations. The first floor, planned in a 3,000 sq ft area, will house office and workspaces. These centres will be equipped with free Wi-Fi facilities and office cabins. The commissioner stated that the tentative deadline for completing both centres is December. He said, 'Depending on the requirements of visitors, more features like free training classes can be introduced in the future, similar to the initiative at the existing Knowledge Centre in Addis Street. The Knowledge Centre's timing, which was initially till 6pm, has been extended to 8pm. The same can be implemented at the upcoming centres based on demand. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Indian Investors Are Buying These Dubai Apartments—Here's Why Binghatti Developers FZE Explore Undo Additionally, monthly passes can be offered for those using the working space.' Following the success of the Knowledge Centre, these new facilities are expected to attract more learners and professionals seeking office spaces. The foundation ceremony was attended by district collector Pavankumar G Giriyappanavar, Coimbatore MP Ganapathy P Rajkumar, mayor R Ranganayaki and the corporation commissioner.
The Hindu
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Mudhalvar Padaippagam to come up in Tiruchi
Tiruchi Corporation has finalised the Detailed Project Report (DPR) to construct a Mudhalvar Padaippagam, a co-working and learning space, at Woraiyur in the city. The facility is designed to function as a co-working space for entrepreneurs and a learning space for students with modern infrastructure. A sum of ₹3.05 crore under the Corporation's Education Fund would be utilised for the project. The civic body had identified a vacant land on Hospital Road in Ward 9 of Zone V. The proposed three-storey facility will have a learning space on the ground floor and co-working spaces on the first floor. The Corporation has finalised the DPR and submitted the report to the State government seeking approval to execute the project. 'Once the State government accords the administrative and technical sanctions, tenders would be floated to take up the construction,' said a senior Corporation official. The centre is designed to accommodate around 50 persons at a time to enable students preparing for national and State-level competitive examinations such as the public service commission, engineering, banking, and so on to utilise the study material available there. An entire floor would be dedicated to the learning space, featuring a common study hall equipped with computers and internet facilities to enhance the studying experience. Similarly, a floor would be developed as a co-working space for accommodating over 30 persons at any given time to support entrepreneurs and start-ups, who are facing challenges due to a dearth of space. The co-working space will feature three conference rooms and can be booked online on an hourly basis. The centre will have a separate floor dedicated to the cafeteria. Facilities, including a sanitation complex, a parking lot, an admin room, surveillance cameras, and a security room, are planned. The centre would remain open from morning to night on all days.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
GCC's low-cost co-working, learning hub finds takers among students, techies
Chennai: In Kolathur, a community learning hub is evolving into Chennai's most sought-after co-working and co-learning space. Mudhalvar Padaippagam, a government-run facility, charges just 5 for a 3.5-hour study slot—prompting students to book seats months in advance. Comprising desks with charging points, curated reference materials, as well as strict rules regarding decorum, the centre now sees hundreds of aspirants spend up to 10 hours a day here, preparing for competitive exams. For students unable to access pricy libraries or coaching centres, the facility provides a quiet, structured environment at a minimal cost. SK Akshaya, a CA aspirant who travels daily from Madhavaram, says the shift from her old library made all the difference. "Here, we collaborate and even discuss doubts over lunch. If something's missing, the centre in-charge procures it for us. This is catering to the needs of students—unlike public libraries," she said. From NEET PG aspirants to UPSC candidates, users say the centre's format encourages self-study and shared learning. "I was looking for a good library and found this instead," said K Kathirvel. "It's focused, affordable, and competitive. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo I've already booked slots for August and September." You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai The centre has also emerged as a low-cost co-working space. Freelancers, startup founders, and work-from-home professionals—often priced out of private workspaces—have found a haven here. With Wi-Fi, steady power, and a shared communal space, they book monthly slots at a fraction of commercial rates. "We were spending 5,000 a day at co-working spaces just for a conference room," said Surya S, co-founder of a startup. "Now we pay 2,500 a month here." Helen Anitha, Director of the centre, said the goal was never revenue. "One student got recruited into the Intelligence Bureau after preparing here," she noted. GCC has cleared a resolution to set up eight more such centres across the city. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Deccan Herald
26-05-2025
- Business
- Deccan Herald
Mudhalvar Padaippagam offers budget-friendly work and study spaces in Tamil Nadu's Kolathur
Probably the first government-run co-working space in the country, Mudhalvar Padaippagam is a runaway success, with desk spaces being rented out for as low as Rs 50 for six hours, making it a haven for fledgling start-ups and entrepreneurs.
