Velachery Residents Oppose Eco Park Project Over Flooding Concerns

Residents of Velachery, Chennai, are opposing the Greater Chennai Corporation's proposed eco park project along the six-vent culvert waterway, fearing it will worsen monsoon flooding. They have petitioned for the removal of encroachments and the widening of the canal to prevent inundation. Despite a court directive for inspection, no flood mitigation work has been done. Residents threaten demonstrations if the project proceeds.