The Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department CMDA minister PK Sekar Babu has confirmed that the new bus terminus in Kilambakkam will be opened in June. The minister made the announcement after inspecting the construction site along with senior officials on Saturday.
The construction of the bus stand, named Kalaingar Centenary Bus Terminus, is aimed at reducing traffic congestion in Koyambedu and surrounding areas. The project is costing Rs 393.74 crore and is currently in its final stages.
According to Sekar Babu, the bus terminus will have an underground parking facility that can accommodate 2,769 two-wheelers and 324 cars. There will also be a parking facility for 144 spare buses, two fuel filling stations, toilets, stormwater drains, rainwater harvesting facility, sewage pumping station and treatment plant, water treatment plant, and electricity substation.
The minister confirmed that 95% of the works have been completed, and the project is on track to open in June.