Minister inaugurates stormwater drain project
According to Madurai corporation officials, the project will cover 3.59km and aims to strengthen the drainage network and prevent waterlogging in the locality during heavy rains. The foundation-laying ceremony was attended by Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar, mayor Indrani Ponvasanth, and corporation commissioner Chitra Vijayan.
Corporation officials said the works will include reinforced concrete drains with proper inlets to channel rainwater effectively and reduce flooding risks. The work will be completed in the next 3-4 months, said the officials.
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