TN CM Stalin Inaugurates One of India’s Biggest Skywalk Bridge

Skywalk Bridge Tamil Nadu

The new skywalk bridge, which is one of the largest in India, was recently opened by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin. Spanning a length of 570 meters and a width of 4.2 meters, the skywalk bridge plays an important role in connecting the Mambalam railway station and the T Nagar bus terminus. It provides a convenient and safe pathway for pedestrians to travel between these two key transportation hubs. The inauguration of this skywalk bridge marks a significant step towards improving connectivity and enhancing the commuting experience for the people of Tamil Nadu.

More About the Skywalk Bridge

• In the past, people traveling to the city from southern parts of the state faced challenges when moving between the railway station and the bus stand, especially during crowded festivals like Deepavali.
• The busy Ranganathan Street added to the congestion, making it difficult for pedestrians to navigate through the crowd while carrying their belongings.
• However, the newly introduced pedestrian skywalk aims to address these issues and provide a practical solution for commuters.
• By offering a dedicated pathway above the street, the skywalk offers a convenient and hassle-free route for people to reach their destinations without having to face the challenges of congestion and heavy bags.
• It is expected to improve the commuting experience and make traveling between the railway station and the bus stand much easier for everyone.

• The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) built a new skywalk at a cost of 28.45 crores from the Smart City funds.
• It has two escalators and four elevators, has CCTV cameras for security, and also has bins and restrooms for public use.
• The skywalk is designed to ease traffic congestion in key areas such as Ranganathan Street, Madley Road, and Market Street.
• It is expected to be used by around 100,000 people every day.
• Chief Minister Stalin inaugurated the skywalk by walking across it. He also interacted with the public and took selfies with some of the attendees.
• Officials have said that they will provide wheelchair facilities to help people with disabilities access the skywalk.

About Tamil Nadu

• Tamil Nadu is a state in southern India.
• It is the tenth-largest state in India by area and the sixth-largest by population.
• The capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu is Chennai.
• Tamil Nadu is bordered by the states of Kerala to the west, Karnataka to the northwest, and Andhra Pradesh to the north. To the east is the Bay of Bengal and the state encircles the union territory of Puducherry. The southernmost tip of the Indian Peninsula is Kanyakumari which is the meeting point of the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean.
• The main crops grown in the state are rice, sugarcane, cotton, and millet.
• The state is home to a number of historical and cultural monuments, including the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, and the Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram.
• The current Governor of Tamil Nadu is R. N. Ravi, a retired Indian Administrative Service officer who was appointed by the President on 16 September 2021.
• The current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu is M. K. Stalin, a politician who has served as the 60th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu since 7 May 2021.

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