Avinashi Road flyover will be ready by Aug 15: Minister
COIMBATORE: Work on the Avinashi Road flyover would be completed by Aug 15, minister for public works E V Velu said on Saturday.
The minister inspected work on the flyover stretching from Uppilipalayam to Goldwins.
He also inspected work on the Thanthai Periyar Library and Science Centre in Gandhipuram.
The minister said work on the flyover was progressing well. 'Once it is completed, subways may be constructed, if necessary, for pedestrians to cross the road (below the flyover),' he told reporters.
Speaking about the construction of the Thanthai Periyar Library and Science Centre, he said the building would have seven floors, excluding the ground floor.
Currently, work on the sixth and seventh floors is under way. 'Quality control engineers are regularly monitoring the construction to ensure it meets standards, and the project is expected to be completed by December,' he said.
The library would house books in various categories, including Tamil, English, and general subjects, along with resources for students preparing for competitive exams. 'An auditorium is also being constructed, and a review is under way to increase its seating capacity from the current 350 seats," he said.
Drishti bommai pictures removed
Two 'drishti bommai' pictures were spotted at the library construction site. The installation of drishti bommais at the site drew criticism from rationalist groups.
When asked about them, the minister said, 'I am a Periyarist. I do not support such practices. The contractor may have installed the pictures due to personal beliefs. The govt did not instruct anyone to place them. Once the work is over, these pictures will be removed from the site.'
Following the backlash, the contractor removed the pictures from the construction site in the evening.
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