After 21 years, a bus service has resumed in Anna Nagar, Coimbatore, following allegations of caste-based discrimination. The TNSTC bus on the Gandhipuram-Kembanur route now serves the locality, thanks to efforts by Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu and local authorities. The resumption was celebrated by residents and local organizations.
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The Dravida Viduthalai Kazhagam in Coimbatore claims that the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation's omission of a bus stop in Anna Nagar, Thondamuthur, constitutes caste discrimination. Over 300 Scheduled Caste families in the area face difficulties commuting, having to walk a kilometer to the nearest stop. The issue has been raised with the district administration and the Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment.
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The closure of service roads near Kathivakkam railway station in Ennore, linked to Vande Bharat Express operations, has disrupted daily commutes for thousands, including workers from Ashok Leyland and nearby areas. Commuters now face longer routes, prompting local protests and calls for improved infrastructure.
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Anna Nagar, along with other major shopping areas in Chennai like T. Nagar and Velachery, is experiencing a severe parking shortage due to increased commercial activity. This has led to traffic congestion and impacted local businesses, as customers struggle to find parking. Retailers and urban planners are calling for improved parking infrastructure, while the Greater Chennai Traffic Police and Corporation consider solutions like multi-level parking facilities.
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