Chennai: Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami inaugurated the KVB Walk n Jog facility at Karur recently.
A press release said, Karur Vysya Bank as part of its CSR initiatives, had undertaken the work of converting the old Amaravati Bridge as a walker’s path for the benefit of the people of Karur.
The work was completed at a cost of about Rs two crore and named as Walk n Jog.
The bank has taken efforts to add aesthetics to the facility besides making it people friendly. Pergolas have been erected and planter boxes with flowering plants have been placed on both sides and the middle of the bridge to add to the beauty to the bridge.
Paver blocks have been laid to enhance the walking experience. A park with a fountain and kids play area has also been developed adjacent to the bridge. As a first in Karur, a Miyawaki forest has also been established to provide green cover.