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New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
‘Ungaludan Stalin' in Pallavaram sees huge turnout
CHENNAI: Over hundreds of residents from wards 16 and 17 of the Pallavaram zone turned up at the Ungaludan Stalin grievance redressal camp organised by the Tambaram City Municipal Corporation (TCMC) on Saturday. The camp, inaugurated by Pallavaram MLA I Karunanidhi in the presence of TCMC Mayor Vasanthakumari Kamalakannan, aimed at addressing public grievances through direct engagement with civic officials. According to to the corporation officials, over 8,000 application forms were distributed in advance to households across the two wards, and nearly 65% of residents visited the camp to submit petitions. A majority of the grievances were related to the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme, old-age pension, Public Distribution System (PDS) cards, and Aadhar-related corrections. Speaking to TNIE, Pallavaram Zonal Chairperson I Joseph Annadurai said that five such camps have been planned across the zone to ensure grievance redressal for all residents. 'This is the first in the series. Four more camps will be held in localities such as Keezhakattalai, Jameen Pallavaram, and other areas over the coming weeks,' he added. To ensure the smooth conduct of the camp, more than 100 TCMC staff were deployed to handle the large turnout and streamline the grievance registration process.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Tambaram corporation's new HQ eyes December completion
CHENNAI: The Tambaram City Municipal Corporation's new administrative headquarters, under construction at the Tambaram Sanatorium at a cost of Rs 43.4 crore, is expected to be completed by December 2025. The office complex, located in Ward 33 of the Perungalathur zone, is being developed on a 4.69-acre plot with a built-up area of 12,441 square metres. It comprises a ground floor and three upper floors. The ground floor will accommodate parking for 90 four-wheelers and 355 two-wheelers. Once operational, the building will house offices of the mayor, deputy mayor, municipal commissioner, deputy commissioners, and key departments such as town planning, general administration, revenue, public health, engineering and public relations. Meanwhile, the residents have stressed on the need for adequate visitor-friendly amenities on the new premises. VS Jayaraman, a civic activist, told TNIE, 'The office should have a waiting hall and a dedicated manned-enquiry counter, and a restroom.' He further added, 'In the absence of the officials, the person at the enquiry counter should be authorised to receive the letters issuing acknowledgement. He should be a bridge between the public and the officials.' The headquarters will serve residents of all 70 wards spread across the corporation's five zones.
New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
Tambaram Corporation to open sixth evening clinic near Chitlapakkam
CHENNAI: The Tambaram City Municipal Corporation (TCMC) is set to open its sixth evening speciality clinic at Haridosspuram near Chitlapakkam. The clinic, functioning from 4 pm to 8 pm on all days except Sundays, is part of a state government initiative to provide extended medical services to those unable to access government facilities during regular hours. Haridosspuram was identified based on local demand for after-hours healthcare, civic officials said. A senior staff said, 'Specialist doctors, nurses, and support staff will be deployed to ensure quality treatment. The clinic will serve residents referred by nearby Urban Primary Health Centres.' As per the weekly schedule, the clinic will have a general physician on Mondays, obstetrics and gynaecology on Tuesdays, paediatrics on Wednesdays, ophthalmology and physiotherapy on Thursdays, dermatology and dental care on Fridays, and psychiatry on Saturdays. TCMC has established five such evening clinics in Poondi Bazaar, Renganathapuram, Pammal, Peerkaranai, and Sembakkam, all of which have received positive feedback, especially from senior citizens, daily wage workers, and the urban poor, said officials. Tambaram currently has a network of 40 urban health facilities-13 UPHCs and 18 Urban Health and Wellness Centres. Of these, 18 UHWCs function as polyclinics, offering morning and evening services.
Hans India
03-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
TN accelerates plans for waste-to-energy plant in Tambaram to address mounting challenges
Chennai: In a move to address the mounting challenge of solid waste management in Tambaram, the Tamil Nadu government has fast-tracked plans to establish a Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plant within the Tambaram City Municipal Corporation limits. The initiative, announced during the 2025 State Budget, aims to process the 400 metric tonnes of municipal solid waste generated daily in the region. To take the project forward, the State's Municipal Administration and Water Supply (MAWS) Department has floated a tender inviting consultants to prepare a detailed feasibility report and offer transition advisory services. The WtE facility is expected to be developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) model. According to MAWS officials, the proposed site for the plant is the Vengadamangalam dumpyard, which falls under the Tambaram Corporation's jurisdiction. However, consultants will be tasked with conducting a comprehensive evaluation of the site. 'If the location is found to be unfit due to environmental or logistical constraints, the consultant must help identify alternate suitable sites,' an official said. The consultancy assignment includes preparing a master plan for the WtE facility along with associated infrastructure. It will also involve assessing ambient air quality and conducting pollution dispersion modelling based on varied climatic conditions. This environmental due diligence is seen as crucial in light of public opposition to similar projects elsewhere. In Kodungaiyur, for instance, residents have vocally opposed a proposed WtE plant, citing concerns over air pollution and associated health risks. Learning from such resistance, the government is placing greater emphasis on environmental impact studies and community acceptance. The scope of the current tender also includes identifying suitable locations for integrated solid waste processing facilities in Perungudi. These are expected to comprise a bio-CNG plant, a compost facility, and an automated material recovery facility (AMRF) -- all of which are essential for efficient waste segregation and resource recovery. The Tambaram WtE project is being developed in partnership with international funding agencies, including the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and Germany's KfW Development Bank, which have been supporting Tamil Nadu's urban infrastructure push amid rapid population growth and urbanisation. With sustainability and public health at the core of the project's planning, the state hopes to set a benchmark in modern waste management through this initiative.
New Indian Express
26-06-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Tambaram eyes primary healthcare boost with nine new urban wellness centres
CHENNAI: In a bid to further improve access to primary healthcare, the Tambaram City Municipal Corporation (TCMC) has completed the construction of nine Urban Health and Wellness Centres (UHWCs) across the city. Built at a cost of Rs 30 lakh each, these centres are set to improve doorstep healthcare delivery, particularly in underserved neighbourhoods. According to officials, the UHWCs have been strategically located to ensure every resident of Tambaram access public healthcare within a 2 to 3-km radius. The move is expected to ease the burden on existing hospitals and improve early detection and management of common illnesses, non-communicable diseases, and maternal and child health concerns. Each UHWC will be staffed with four healthcare personnel, including a doctor, staff nurse, health inspector, and hospital assistant, and will operate in two shifts to maximise service coverage. The morning session will run from 8 am to 12 noon, and an evening clinic, from 4 pm to 8 pm, will benefit working-class residents who are unable to visit hospitals during regular hours. Inspired by the model of Delhi's Mohalla Clinics, these centres aim to bridge the gap between communities and healthcare institutions by offering accessible, reliable care free of cost close to home. The services offered will include preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative care, alongside essential diagnostic and pharmacy support. Officials said the centres are well-equipped and will also serve as hubs for health education, screenings, and referrals to higher-level facilities when required. With the addition of these nine facilities, Tambaram now has a network of 31 urban public health institutions, including 13 existing Urban Primary Health Centres and nine earlier-established UHWCs.
