(a) whether the Government is aware that the congestion in highways in Chennai is too high;
(b) if so, whether the Government has any plan to decongest the highway traffic in Chennai;
(c) if so, details thereof; and
(d) if not, the reasons therefor?
(a) whether the Government is aware that the congestion in highways in Chennai is too high;
(b) if so, whether the Government has any plan to decongest the highway traffic in Chennai;
(c) if so, details thereof; and
(d) if not, the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF SHIPPING, ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS ( SHRI T.R.BAALU )
(a) & (b) Yes, sir.
(c). Besides construction of Chennai bypass, proposals have also been approved to construct grade separated intersection at Kathipara on NH 45, Koyambedu on NH 4, Padi on NH 205, fly over in front of Airport on NH 45 and improvement/widening ofNational Highways in between Koyambedu and Madurovayal to decongest traffic in Chennai city. In addition the roads to Chennai and Ennore Ports are also being upgraded to facilitate the movement of goods vehicles.
(d). Does not arise.