CMDA plans ₹8.34-crore road, drain works at Koyambedu market after clogging issues
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) has announced an ₹8.34-crore project to repair roads and renovate stormwater drains at the Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex. The initiative aims to resolve persistent waterlogging issues through infrastructure upgrades and the deployment of high-pressure jet-rodding machines.
Why it matters
Improving drainage in major commercial hubs like Koyambedu is vital for maintaining supply chain efficiency and public hygiene in the city.
CMDA plans ₹8.34-crore road, drain works at Koyambedu market after clogging issues left High-pressure jet-rodding machines will be deployed to clear clogged drains in the internal market areas, where manual cleaning would be difficult. VELANKANNI RAJ B The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/5bv1ih/article71617341.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/koyamebedu%20BVR_4681.JPG VELANKANNI RAJ B CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, 23/05/2026: For Sunday Story: A view of Workers unloading vegetables vehicles coming from various states on Early morning at Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex (KWMC) on Saturday. Photo: Velankanni Raj B/The Hindu A CMDA official says water stagnation on main roads reduced after a drain was constructed.
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