An 800-metre, 30-foot-wide two-way subway with LED lighting and storm-water drains near Korattur railway station was cleared in 2010 and began construction in 2013, but remained unfinished six years later in 2019 against an expected mid-2020 completion. A local resident noted the Railways had finished their portion of the work, but the Highways Department's portion continued to lag.
On record
The official record states: "A Greater Chennai Corporation official said the work was delayed "because of a case filed by a land owner," adding that "now that the cases are disposed of, works are underway.""
Filed as "Under repeat delay" and dated to Construction started 2013, this entry sits under the "₹20 crore" line of the public accounts.
What to expect
- A surface that renegotiates its shape with every monsoon.
- Potholes deep enough to have their own microclimate.
- Freshly laid tar, laid with real optimism.
- A resurfacing crew that will, in time, return.
Sourcing
1 public source — news reports, RTI replies and civic archives — corroborate this entry. The citation trail is listed below for anyone who would like to follow up with the department concerned.
“The diversion is now the main road. The main road is a rumour.”— Blunderlust Editorial Desk
Sources
Visitor reviews
“Visited with my father, who had strong opinions about the whole thing. The neighbourhood talks about it the way you talk about weather.”
“Came for the view and got a very close look at the traffic. Nobody could tell me when it opens, including the guard.”
“Stopped here to wait out a downpour and stayed by choice. It is a strong contender for 'was going to be'.”
