
Chennai Metro to start building of multi-storey constructing at Arumbakkam station
A Metro prepare close to Arumbakkam station. File | Photo Credit: Okay. Pichumani
In each the 54-km part I and part I extension networks and the upcoming part II venture, Chennai Metro Rail has been focusing considerably on establishing high-rise buildings based mostly on land availability close to the stations. The thought is that if workplace areas and buying choices emerge in such locations, many might use the Metro Rail community for journey, and it will considerably assist in bringing in extra income.
Being constructed behind the Arumbakkam Metro Rail station close to the parking zone, this construction could have a basement, stilt ground (with a four-tier mechanical automobile parking system), and 7 higher flooring.
According to officers of Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), this constructing will probably be unfold throughout 1,660.34 sq. m of land. The Arumbakkam Metro Rail station, located on 100 Feet Road, is a combined residential neighbourhood and therefore, CMRL is planning to arrange a mixture of economic improvement and workplace areas. “Of the seven flooring that we’ve got deliberate, 4 flooring will probably be used as business areas, which might have retail and meals retailers, and the remaining three flooring will probably be become workplace areas,” an official stated. CMRL has floated bids for this venture, and whether it is awarded to a contractor inside about three months, the chosen firm could have almost two years to finish the development.
While Ekkatuthangal already has an workplace constructing, at Saidapet too, CMRL will probably be constructing a construction devoted for business and workplace areas to draw non-fare field income.
Rajaram, a working skilled who incessantly commutes by the Chennai Metro Rail system, stated, “It is an efficient transfer to have workplace areas close to the stations since everyone seems to be eager to keep away from congestion on roads to get to their workplaces. In addition, allocating areas for meals retailers too is an added benefit, as individuals will definitely wish to seize a chew earlier than or after journey.”
Published – July 17, 2025 11:40 am IST
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