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Time of India
7 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Elcot park techies seek better lighting, bus trips
Madurai: IT professionals working at the Elcot IT Park at Ilanthaikulam near Mattuthavani have urged the authorities to improve infrastructure and safety measures in and around Pandi Kovil ring road, citing poor lighting and lack of public transport. These concerns were raised at a meeting with commercial taxes minister P Moorthy on Tuesday, when he visited the park. The employees highlighted the urgent need for shuttle services linking the IT park to major transit points like Mattuthavani and Periyar bus stands. "It is difficult to return home safely after night shifts, especially for women. Many hesitate to ride two-wheelers at night due to poor lighting," said M Shanmuga Priya, a team lead at Chella Software. Representatives from HCL added that they were willing to install LED streetlights around TIDEL Park area if permission was granted. The minister assured the employees that he would coordinate with TNSTC to initiate a shuttle route but the service should not cause losses to the transport corporation and have to be used regularly. On allowing companies to install LED lights, he said he would speak to the corporation commissioner. Corporation commissioner Chitra Vijayan told TOI that the concerned stretch of Pandi Kovil ring road falls under Tamil Nadu Road Infrastructure Development Corporation (TNRIDC), which collects tolls for its maintenance. "However, we will coordinate with the district administration to find a workable solution for the lighting and safety concerns," she said. Balamurugan Palani, president of Madurai Infrastructure and Development Group, proposed a comprehensive bus route connecting Ilanthaikulam and Vadapalanji Elcot IT parks. It could pass through Mattuthavani, Meenakshi Mission Hospital, Pandi Kovil Junction, Gomathipuram, Aavin Junction, Anna Bus Stand, Goripalayam, Arapalayam, Kochadai, Achampattu, Virattipattu, Nagamalai Pudukottai, and end at Vadapalanji SEZ campus. He stressed the need for increased patrolling, CCTV surveillance, and other safety measures to protect women techies commuting at odd hours. Wrapping up the session, minister Moorthy said the Elcot IT Park project, initiated by former chief minister M Karunanidhi, helped generate local employment and transform Madurai into an emerging IT hub. With the upcoming TIDEL Park in Mattuthavani, the region is poised for further growth, he added. Earlier, the minister paid tributes to Karunanidhi at his statue at the park, on his birth anniversary.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Moorthy rallies cadres ahead of DMK general council meeting
Madurai: Minister for commercial taxes and registration, P Moorthy, on Friday urged DMK party cadres and functionaries to ensure the general council meeting on June 1 and the chief minister's grand roadshow on May 31 are a grand success with party discipline. Addressing a consultative meeting at Uthangudi in Madurai, Moorthy said the June 1 gathering, to be held at Kalaignar Thidal in Madurai, would be a turning point in DMK's political journey. "This event is not just for Madurai — it will reflect the strength of our party across Tamil Nadu. The roadshow and council meeting must showcase our unity and readiness for the elections ahead," he said. Senior leaders, including information technology minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan (PTR), Madurai district secretaries G Thalapathi and M Manimaran, participated in the strategy session. Moorthy emphasised that every district-level and union-level office bearer with general council status should participate, reaffirming that the event will be strictly protocol-driven. The minister added that chief minister M K Stalin will inaugurate a statue of former Madurai mayor Muthu during his roadshow, starting from Perungudi and culminating at Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal via major DMK strongholds — a gesture that reinforces the party's historical roots in the city. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo PTR, in his address, said the decision to host the general council outside Chennai — for the first time in party history — reflected CM Stalin's confidence in Madurai's organisational strength. "This will be one of the most unforgettable events in DMK history," he said, praising Moorthy's leadership and calling the upcoming event "a political milestone" for southern Tamil Nadu. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Minister inaugurates govt exhibition in Madurai
Madurai: As part of the ongoing Chithirai festival celebrations, minister for commercial taxes and registration P Moorthy inaugurated an exhibition at Tamukkam Convention Centre on Sunday, showcasing various govt initiatives and welfare schemes from 27 departments. The exhibition, featuring stalls, aims to entertain the public while also educating them about key schemes and achievements of the Tamil Nadu govt. The objective is to raise public awareness, ensure transparency, and highlight the developmental efforts across sectors. The exhibition also focuses on the state's cultural heritage. Daily cultural performances by traditional artisans will be held, offering a platform for local talent and promoting indigenous art forms, said an official statement. "While the exhibition was delayed last year due to summer rain, we are expecting a large turnout this year and will be conducted for a month," said an official from the department of information and publicity. Madurai is one of six districts along with Coimbatore, Salem, Vellore, Tirunelveli, and Trichy where such annual exhibitions are being organized.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Tamil Nadu's registration department records Rs 273 crore revenue on April 30
CHENNAI : Akshaya Tritiya proved to be a golden opportunity not just for jewellers but also for Tamil Nadu 's real estate sector. On Wednesday, the state registration department recorded a historic high with registration of 27,440 property documents in a single day and generating a record-breaking revenue of Rs 272.87 crore. According to commercial taxes and registration minister P Moorthy, the occasion marked the most lucrative single day in the department's history, surpassing the previous record set on Feb 10, 2025, when 23,421 documents were registered, yielding 237.98 crore. Traditionally celebrated as an auspicious day for buying gold and launching new ventures, Akshaya Tritiya has increasingly become a preferred occasion for property investments. In anticipation of the heightened demand, the department implemented several proactive measures. Based on public feedback, it expanded pre-booking slots across registration offices. Offices with one sub-registrar increased capacity from 100 to 150 slots, while those with two sub-registrars increased slots from 200 to 300. At 100 high-volume offices, regular booking slots were raised from 100 to 150. The number of immediate booking slots was also increased from 12 to 16 to facilitate smoother public access. These steps helped streamline operations and ensured that the surge in footfall on the auspicious day did not disrupt the registration process. "Chennai topped the list in the state and South Chennai witnessed more registrations within the city, said an official from the registration department. A Mohammed Ali, president of CREDAI Chennai , said market sentiment remains strong. "Many home buyers prefer registering property on Akshaya Tritiya, and we've seen a rise in enquiries for home purchases on this date," he said.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Realty sector registers record 273cr revenue
Chennai: Akshaya Tritiya proved to be a golden opportunity not just for jewellers but also for Tamil Nadu's real estate sector. On Wednesday, the state registration department recorded a historic high with registerion of 27,440 property documents in a single day and generating a record-breaking revenue of 272.87 crore. According to commercial taxes and registration minister P Moorthy, the occasion marked the most lucrative single day in the department's history, surpassing the previous record set on Feb 10, 2025, when 23,421 documents were registered, yielding 237.98 crore. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai Traditionally celebrated as an auspicious day for buying gold and launching new ventures, Akshaya Tritiya has increasingly become a preferred occasion for property investments. In anticipation of the heightened demand, the department implemented several proactive measures. Based on public feedback, it expanded pre-booking slots across registration offices. Offices with one sub-registrar increased capacity from 100 to 150 slots, while those with two sub-registrars increased slots from 200 to 300. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo At 100 high-volume offices, regular booking slots were raised from 100 to 150. The number of immediate booking slots was also increased from 12 to 16 to facilitate smoother public access. These steps helped streamline operations and ensured that the surge in footfall on the auspicious day did not disrupt the registration process. "Chennai topped the list in the state and South Chennai witnessed more registrations within the city, said an official from the registration department. A Mohammed Ali, president of CREDAI Chennai , said market sentiment remains strong. "Many home buyers prefer registering property on Akshaya Tritiya, and we've seen a rise in enquiries for home purchases on this date," he said.
