Work on new swimming pools at Coimbatore’s VOC Park picks up pace
The Coimbatore Corporation is accelerating the construction of two new swimming pools at VOC Park to support local sports training and public recreation. The project includes an international-standard facility and a smaller public pool, with completion expected within three months.
Why it matters
Infrastructure development for sports facilities promotes public health and provides essential training grounds for local athletes.
Construction of the two new swimming pools at VOC Park in Coimbatore city has picked up pace.
The Coimbatore Corporation is constructing an international-standard pool under the Namakku Naame Thittam at an estimated cost of ₹4.34 crore. The 50-metre by 25-metre pool will have 10 lanes, each 2.5 metres wide, with depth ranging from four to 10 feet.
The facility is being developed to support training and competitions for sportspersons and students. It will include a water treatment plant; five 10-HP motors; 16 lights; and separate changing rooms and lockers, baths and toilets for men and women.
Work is also progressing on the public swimming pool, estimated to cost ₹3.44 crore. Of this, ₹2.32 crore is being met from the Corporation’s general funds and ₹1.12 crore from the Member of Parliament’s funds.
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