Chennai, Ocf 2:
Traffic diversions have been introduced near Kasimedu from Thursday to facilitate repair work on a damaged sewer pipeline at the SN Chetty Road-Jeevarathinam Salai junction.
The Greater Chennai Traffic Police said the diversions would remain in force for 15 days while Chennai Metro Water undertakes the repair work.
Buses and heavy vehicles proceeding towards Ennore will be diverted through Jeevarathinam Salai, VP Kovil Street and TH Road before proceeding towards their destination.
Two-wheelers and light motor vehicles will also be diverted through Jeevarathinam Salai and VP Kovil Street, with vehicles required to take a U-turn near the TH Road-Metro Pillar 12 before proceeding towards Balakrishna Street.
Vehicles travelling from Ennore towards Parrys Corner will also be diverted at specified points along SN Chetty Road. Motorists have been advised to follow traffic police instructions during the work.