Chennai News Today: The railway flyover at Singaperumal Koil, located near Chengalpattu, is set to be inaugurated today, February 19, after 16 years of construction. According to a report by Thanthi TV, local residents and commuters are celebrating this milestone as a long-awaited dream finally becoming a reality.
Previously, the Highways Department had projected that the flyover would be completed and opened by December 2024. With over 30 villages in the Singaperumal Koil area, thousands of people travel through this region daily. Commuters have faced significant challenges, often encountering heavy traffic on the National Highway, with vehicle queues extending up to 2 kilometres.
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The Singaperumal Koil-Sriperumbudur Road is a vital route, serving as a busy artery in the suburbs. Daily, lakhs of vehicles traverse the railway crossing, which frequently closes for long periods, particularly during peak hours for express trains. This closure has exacerbated congestion on the highway, making the new flyover a critical addition to improve traffic flow in the area.
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Meanwhile, following recent crimes against women at railway stations in Chennai, the Railway Police arrested 25 people in a single day as part of a security crackdown. The action was taken on orders from the Inspector General of Railways to enhance women's safety. The arrests were made at Chennai Central and Arakkonam railway stations. Security was also heightened at Pazhavanthangal station after a woman police constable was sexually harassed. Meanwhile, Chief Minister MK Stalin stated that his government is taking swift action to address crimes against women, ensuring prompt legal proceedings to secure justice for victims.