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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Crowded ‘reading park' forces aspirants back to corpn campus
Madurai: Just two years after its inauguration, the Tallakulam study centre in Madurai is struggling to accommodate the surging number of aspirants preparing for competitive exams. Dubbed 'reading park' by students, the centre was inaugurated by ministers P Moorthy and P T R Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, and built at a cost of ₹75 lakh, jointly funded by Namakku Naame Thittam (₹45 lakh) and MPLAD fund (₹30 lakh) of Lok Sabha MP Su Venkatesan. Located on Dr Thangaraj Salai near World Tamil Sangam, the open-air facility with sheds was laid out using tiles and paver blocks made by inmates of Madurai central prison. But the space is no longer enough. On Friday alone, more than 480 aspirants arrived by noon, with the first one checking in as early as 3.47am. Officials at the centre said around 800 students access it daily, with the facility open till 11pm. Lack of space has pushed over 250 aspirants back to the Madurai corporation campus nearby, where they sit on the floor throughout the day. "The study centre is a recent one. People have been preparing from the corporation campus for ages. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Stylish New Mobility Scooters Available for Seniors (Prices May Surprise You) Mobility Scooter | Search Ads Search Now Undo Many of those working in the corporation building today started off studying in the campus like us," said aspirant Ravi Kumar from Arapalayam. Many of them seek quieter or alternative places to study. B Gowtham from Melur prefers the Madurai corporation eco park half a kilometre away. "I go to the study centre only after 8pm when the crowd thins. The silence in the park helps me focus," he said. Sharmila K said she reads aloud while studying, which isn't possible at the crowded centre. Aspirants pay Rs5 daily to access the eco park. For others, basic amenities are an issue. "It's a 15-minute walk to the nearest accessible wash room in the corporation, and that too closes by 5pm," said Rubitha A from Thathampatti village. Su Venkatesan, MP, told TOI that plans are underway for a second study park in south Madurai. "We're identifying a location within city limits to benefit more aspirants," he said. This apart, steps are underway to create a dedicated study centre for persons with disabilities, he added.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Tiruchi Corporation to take up 21 projects under Namakku Naame scheme
Tiruchi Corporation is set to undertake 21 projects under the Namakku Naame scheme to develop infrastructure in residential areas of the city. Aimed at encouraging people's participation in the creation of public assets, the scheme focuses on basic amenities. The projects, taken up across different wards in the city, fall under various categories, including road improvement, installation of drinking water pipes, sewage connections, storm-water drains, and construction of civic amenities. Of the 21 projects approved by the Corporation, six are in road development, cement roads, tar roads, paver blocks, medians, and so on, two in installation of drinking water tanks and pipelines, three in sewage connections and storm-water drains, three in beautification work, installation of water fountains and fencing of park area, four in installation of surveillance of security cameras, and construction of toilets at a Corporation school. Among them are procuring medical equipment for a health centre at Irudayapuram in Ward 32 at ₹15 lakh and the construction of a badminton and sports club at K.K. Nagar at ₹45 lakh. These projects were estimated to cost ₹2.24 crore, and a total of ₹1.48 crore had been sanctioned for implementing Namakku Naame Thittam while ₹75.71 lakh had been collected from the public. 'The projects are under the tendering process and once the tender is awarded, the work will be initiated,' said a senior Corporation official. Following residents' requests to their ward councillors, junior engineers of the ward are to be entrusted to prepare a cost estimate for projects under the scheme. After approval, the civic body bears a maximum of about 67% of the cost while the public contributes at least 33%. Besides residents' welfare associations, private companies and banks contribute to the projects under their corporate social responsibility programme. Similarly, in 2023-24, about 14 projects in basic amenities and beautification such as roads, drinking water network, drains, and public park maintenance, were taken up by the Corporation.
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Business Standard
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Over 72,000 houses built under Tamil Nadu scheme to make state 'hut-free'
The Tamil Nadu government on Saturday informed that 72,081 houses have been built under 'hut-free Tamil Nadu by 2030' programme, and the construction of the remaining houses was under progress. During the Budget for 2024-25, the government announced the 'noble goal' of creating a 'hut-free Tamil Nadu' by 2030, and that eight lakh concrete houses would be built in rural areas to replace huts. An assistance of Rs 3,50,000 each was provided to the beneficiaries under the scheme. Nearly Rs 7,000 crore was sanctioned for the construction of two lakh houses in two years (2024-25 and 2025-26). "So far, 72,081 houses have been completed. The construction of the remaining houses is in various stages of progress," the government said in a release here. Provisions have also been made for the needy beneficiaries to receive loan assistance of up to Rs one lakh through banks. On the repair and reconstruction of houses in seven districts affected by cyclone and floods in 2023, the release said Chief Minister M K Stalin has ordered to sanction Rs 168.14 crore to reconstruct 3,591 fully damaged houses at an estimated cost of Rs 4 lakh each and to repair 1,057 partially damaged houses of upto Rs 2 lakh each. Out of a total of 4,648 houses sanctioned, 4,159 houses were completed and the construction of the remaining 489 houses was under progress. "M K Stalin assumed office as Chief Minister in 2021. Various schemes implemented through the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department such as Anaithu Grama Anna Marumalarchi Thittam, Kalaignarin Kannavu Illam, Namakku Naame Thittam, Sanitation schemes, and drinking water connection schemes have elevated rural areas in Tamil Nadu on par with urban areas, making the state a pioneer for other Indian states," the release said. "It is a well-known fact that Tamil Nadu consistently receives awards from the Union Government and accolades from the media," it added. Following the footsteps of late Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, Stalin is implementing various progressive schemes for the advancement of rural areas in Tamil Nadu, including roads, drinking water schemes, housing, and Periyar Ninaivu Samathuvapuram (Periyar Memorial Equality Villages). "These schemes serve as a guide for other Indian states," the release stated and highlighted the numerous schemes. Under the Chief Minister's initiative to improve rural roads in Tamil Nadu (Mudalvarin Grama Saalaigal Membattu Thittam) introduced during 2022-23, Stalin sanctioned the improvement of 20,000 kms of rural roads for Rs 8,000 crore. So far, 9,696 road projects covering a length of 12,572 km have been improved at an estimated cost of Rs 4,609 crore. Further, 6,671 Kilometers of roads are being improved at an estimated cost of Rs 3,529 crore. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Larger budget, more projects under Namakku Naame scheme
Chennai: The Tamil Nadu govt has increased the yearly allocations for Namakku Naame Thittam from 100 crore last year to 150 crore this a GO issued by the rural development department, the list of permissible work has been expanded to include construction of smart classrooms, school labs, sports courts, indoor auditoriums, kitchen-cum-dining halls, gasifiers at crematoria, and energy-efficient lighting in public infrastructure such as roads, culverts, bridges, parks, and waste management facilities are also eligible. Residents must fund at least one-third of the project cost in urban and rural areas, whereas in SC/ST habitations, they can provide one-fifth of the project cost, while the remaining will be borne by the with 50% or higher public contribution can be executed directly by the contributors. District collectors will screen proposals, approve works, and oversee implementation. "However, commercial, religious, and private benefit projects remain ineligible," said an official with the rural development the 2025-26 financial year, 74% of the funds will go to districts based on population, 25% for special projects, and 1% for awareness scheme was launched to promote citizen partnership in crucial civic infrastructure work. In cities such as Chennai, it lost steam as residents who took up projects spending more than 50% of the cost did not get the remaining funds from the local body. "We restored roadside parks under the scheme, spending more than 50%, and we entirely paid the contractor. However, the funds didn't reach us. The govt has to increase the funds for the scheme," said R Raman, an Ambattur resident. In some districts, the scheme was successful. At Alagappa College of Engineering in Sivaganga district, the institution's alumni used the scheme to spend 50 lakh to renovate their college. The govt gave the rest.
The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Govt. engineers turn to Namakku Naame Thittam to give alma mater a makeover
Even as Namakku Naame Thittam seems to be losing its charm among residents for implementing civic infrastructure projects, alumni who are engineers at GCC and various government departments have started facilitating the construction of infrastructure using the scheme at their alma mater. 'Engineers think that Namakku Naame Thittam of the State government has given alumni an opportunity to develop infrastructure in the college they formerly attended and shaped their dreams,' said an official of Chennai Corporation. For instance, a project under Namakku Naame Thittam has been successfully implemented at Alagappa Chettiar Government College of Engineering and Technology, Karaikudi, Sivagangai District at a total project cost of Rs.99 lakh with alumni contribution of Rs.50.49 lakh and State government contribution of Rs.48.51 lakh. More colleges are planning to utilise the scheme for implementing projects, GCC engineers and other government department officials have started sensitising their alumni association to utilise the scheme on college premises. 'Engineers who formerly attended the college shared 51% of the project cost while the State government provided 49%. So, the project was implemented by the alumni, without open tender,' said an official, who is a member of the Alumni Batch 1995–1999 of Alagappa Chettiar Government College of Engineering and Technology, Karaikudi, Sivagangai District. As part of its silver jubilee, the Alumni Batch 1995–1999 of the college initiated and completed a 'Common Placement Centre' building with a ground floor spanning 3000 sq ft, for the benefit of current and future students of their alma mater using the Namakku Naame Thittam. 'The initiative was made possible through a visionary partnership with the Government of Tamil Nadu under the Namakku Naame Thittam, a forward-thinking scheme that empowers communities to actively participate in the development of public infrastructure. The project was completed with a total cost of Rs.99 lakh, of which the alumni generously contributed Rs.49.5 lakh, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to the college's growth and the future of its students,' said an official. 'The Namakku Naame Thittam stands as a beacon of participatory governance, enabling alumni, citizens, and local communities to directly strengthen public infrastructure. By increasing funding each year, the government continues to expand the reach and impact of this initiative, fostering a sense of ownership, pride, and deeper engagement between the people and the administration,' said the official. 'We sincerely hope this inspiring model encourages alumni groups across the state to undertake similar initiatives, furthering the development of their schools and colleges, and contributing to a stronger, more self-reliant Tamil Nadu,' said another official.
