The Corporation was given the green light for 42 projects under the Singara Chennai 2.0 initiative.
What’s it about? The state government has permitted the Corporation to implement various projects under the Singara Chennai 2.0 initiative in the coming year. The budget outlay for the projects is ₹98.59 crore.
- It includes the construction and renovation of parks, school buildings, sponge parks, and crematoriums. In total, 16 buildings in schools will be demolished and rebuilt.
- The parks will be user and environmentally friendly for senior citizens and kids. The sponge parks will tackle inundation during the rainy seasons.
Victoria Public Hall: The ground floor of the Victoria Public Hall will become a permanent museum. The first floor will have a board room and a VIP lounge. Outside, there’ll be room for an outdoor museum and performances.