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The Hindu
28-05-2025
- The Hindu
Sandbags placed at landslip area on Yercaud Ghat Road
After a landslip at the ninth hairpin bend on Yercaud Ghat Road on Tuesday, the Highways Department began placing sandbags at the site on Wednesday. On Tuesday, a landslip occurred at the bend, damaging the parapet wall and a section of the road, which temporarily halted traffic. However, officials conducted an inspection of the site and implemented necessary measures, allowing traffic to resume afterwards. Barricades and warning signs were placed near the affected area, advising motorists to navigate the bend with caution. Sandbags were transported to the site in lorries, and workers began stacking them in the area impacted by the landslip. The 48th Yercaud Summer Festival and Flower Show, which began on May 23, is scheduled to conclude on Thursday, May 29. Since the road is frequently used by visitors travelling to Yercaud, officials said restoration will be completed soon without disrupting vehicle movement.
The Hindu
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Traffic congestion on ghat road as tourists throng Yercaud for summer festival
Yercaud is witnessing a massive influx of tourists for the 48th Yercaud Summer Festival and Flower Show that was inaugurated on Friday. The much-awaited summer festival is drawing visitors from across the State, who arrived through the ghat Road in the Shevaroyan Hills. Popular attractions such as Anna Park, the venue for the flower and fruit show, the boat house, Pagoda Point, Gent's Seat, Lady's Seat, Rose Garden, Botanical Garden, Deer Park, and Shevaroyan Temple saw high footfall throughout the day. Hotels, eateries, and stalls selling snacks, tea, and ice creams did brisk business. As part of the festival, the Department of Animal Husbandry organised a dog show at the open auditorium, which received an enthusiastic response. The Department of Tourism hosted a semi-classical dance performance, while local dance and cultural programmes captured the attention of tourists. P. Dinesh, a visitor from Erode, said the misty and cool climate, accompanied by occasional drizzles, kept drawing tourists throughout the day. Local businesses reported a surge in activity. However, the increase in the number of visitors led to heavy traffic congestion along the ghat road, with vehicles lined up for many kilometres, disrupting many travel plans. Also, indiscriminate parking near the boat house affected movement of vehicles. Several visitors also complained about inadequate parking facilities and called for more police personnel to be deployed to manage traffic effectively. Officials announced that a boat race would be held on Monday, and a cricket match for media personnel was scheduled for Tuesday. Dramas, cultural shows, and dance performances would continue daily till May 29, the final day of the festival.
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Yercaud Summer Festival and Flower Show to begin on May 23
The 48th Yercaud Summer Festival and Flower Show will begin at the hilltop on Friday and continue till May 29, featuring a variety of competitions, musical concerts, and vibrant cultural events. Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, M.R.K. Panneerselvam, Minister for Forests and Khadi, R.S. Rajakannappan, and Minister for Tourism, R. Rajendran, will inaugurate the festival at 4 p.m. in Yercaud. The Ministers will also inaugurate various exhibition stalls set up by departments including Agriculture, Forests, Tourism, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, and Sericulture, and distribute welfare assistance to beneficiaries. Collector R. Brindha Devi said the seven-day festival would feature a grand flower show organised by the Horticulture Department at Anna Park, showcasing 1.5 lakh flowers. There would also be fruit and vegetable exhibitions. Special floral displays would depict wildlife and notable landmarks like the Mettur Dam to raise awareness about wildlife conservation. Additionally, over 25,000 colourful flower pots would be used to attract tourists. She added that several events would be held as part of the festival, including a healthy child contest, traditional food competition, rangoli competition, boating competitions for tourists, pet dog exhibition, and cultural programmes. Various sports competitions, including football and cricket, would also be organised for youth. To entertain tourists visiting Yercaud, musical concerts and cultural events would be held on all days of the festival. The Collector had earlier reviewed the arrangements with all departments and instructed them to ensure that all amenities were in place for visitors. Police personnel will manage vehicle movement at the hilltop to prevent traffic congestion. During last year's festival, held from May 22 to 26, nearly two lakh people visited Yercaud — including one lakh who visited Anna Park, Rose Garden, Lake Park, and Botanical Garden, and 35,000 who visited the boathouse. This year, the number of tourists is expected to increase, as the district administration has made elaborate arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the festival.
The Hindu
21-05-2025
- The Hindu
Food safety officers asked to ensure quality of food at Yercaud
District Collector R. Brindha Devi has directed food safety officers to ensure the quality of food at restaurants in Yercaud, and warned of action against eateries selling food at inflated prices. Ahead of the 48th Yercaud Summer Festival and Flower Show, scheduled from May 23 to 29, the Collector inspected restaurants and eateries in the hill station on Monday to assess the quality of the food being served. Noting that Yercaud is a major tourist destination, the Collector emphasised the importance of providing hygienically prepared food at fair prices. As part of the inspection, restaurants were instructed to issue bills only through computerised systems that reflect accurate pricing. All eateries must also clearly display food price lists for the benefit of tourists. Tea shops, in particular, were directed to strictly sell tea, coffee, and snacks at the prescribed rates. Action will be taken against overcharge establishments, and food safety officers have been asked to strictly enforce these rules, Ms. Brindha Devi added. The Collector further instructed food safety officers to ensure that restaurant kitchens were kept clean and hygienic in accordance with government guidelines, that only quality ingredients are used in food preparation, and that banned plastic products are avoided. She also directed that such inspections be carried out regularly.
The Hindu
20-05-2025
- The Hindu
Collector emphasises tourist amenities and safety measures ahead of Yercaud summer festival
District Collector R. Brindha Devi has directed officials to ensure that all basic amenities for tourists in Yercaud are fully functional and continuously monitored. Ahead of the 48th Yercaud Summer Festival and Flower Show, scheduled from May 23 to 29, the Collector inspected preparations on Monday, including the boathouse, Anna Park, and Botanical Garden. She emphasised the need for adequate drinking water, parking facilities, dustbins, and toilets at key tourist spots. Highlighting Yercaud's continued appeal as a popular summer hill station, she said the festival will feature a flower show with 1.5 lakh blooms, along with fruit and vegetable exhibitions at Anna Park. To promote wildlife conservation, themed floral installations will depict wild animals, the Mettur Dam, and other designs. Over 25,000 potted plants will also be showcased. Various departments will host competitions, and the week-long festival will include cultural programmes, music performances, pet shows, and boat races. To raise road safety awareness among tourists along the Yercaud ghat road, the Transport Department has initiated a campaign featuring awareness banners and wall advertisements. The Collector has urged tourists to maintain cleanliness, follow traffic rules, and adhere to district guidelines during the festival. N. Ponmani, Additional Collector (Development), District Rural Development Agency, and other officials were present during the inspection.
