In response to soaring demand and the persistent requests from commuters, government bus operations along the Chennai-Tiruvannamalai route are set to resume from the Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus (CMBT), Koyambedu. This decision marks a significant reversal from the earlier move to shift operations to Kilambakkam, aimed at reducing congestion within the city limits.The state transport department’s decision to relocate all government mofussil buses to Kilambakkam was initially implemented with the goal of easing traffic congestion within Chennai. However, the move garnered mixed reactions, especially from commuters who regularly visit the renowned Tiruvannamalai temple. Many expressed their dissatisfaction with the decision, citing inconvenience and added travel time.
Responding to the pleas of commuters and acknowledging the importance of providing convenient transportation options, Transport Minister S S Sivasankar announced the reinstatement of government bus services to Tiruvannamalai from CMBT, Koyambedu. Starting from Friday, May 24, all government buses bound for Tiruvannamalai will depart from the bustling transportation hub in Koyambedu.
This decision comes as a relief to countless travelers who rely on these bus services for their journeys to Tiruvannamalai, known for its historic temple and spiritual significance.