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GCC Faces Cash Flow Constraints, Deficit Reaches Rs 1,970 Crore

GCCis experiencing increasing cash flow constraints, with its overall deficit reaching Rs 1,970 crore in the 2025-26 financial year. This fiscal gap is driven by civic infrastructure expansion and maintenance commitments, potentially affecting the pace of development projects and the provision of essential services.

Chennai Ranked Fourth for Footpath Quality in India

A recent study, 'The State of Indian Streets 2026,' ranked Chennai fourth among major Indian cities for the quality and continuity of its footpaths. The study, which used AI to assess pedestrian infrastructure, found that only 13.9% of Chennai's roads have continuous, walkable footpaths.

Chennai Corporation Upgrades 94 Road Junctions to Ease Traffic Congestion

The Greater Chennai Corporation has commenced work to upgrade 94 road junctions across the city. This initiative aims to alleviate traffic congestion and improve urban mobility for commuters. The upgrades are expected to result in smoother traffic flow and reduced travel times.

CM Flags Off 300 New Buses to Enhance Public Transportation in Chennai

CM Vijay inaugurated 300 new diesel and CNG buses from the Secretariat on June 25th, aimed at improving public transportation across Chennai. This initiative will see 65 of these buses deployed within the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC).

The Madhya Kailash flyover, a 652m-long and 7.6m-wide infrastructure project connecting Sardar Patel Road with Rajiv Gandhi Salai, is set to open this month at a cost of ₹60.6 crore. Its completion is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion in the area, improving connectivity between key arterial roads.