The Ayantharkarai Foot Over Bridge (FOB) located near a popular mall on Poondhamalli Road in Chennai is almost complete and will soon be opened for public use.Built at a cost of ₹15.25 crore, this 54.15-meter-long and 5.08-meter-wide FOB is designed to provide safe and convenient pedestrian access across busy roads, significantly reducing the risk of accidents.
Key features of this modern FOB include two staircases, two lifts, and four escalators (two for ascending and two for descending), making it highly accessible for all pedestrians, including senior citizens and the differently abled. Additionally, a 100-meter service road has been constructed at B.B. Garden to facilitate smoother traffic flow in the area.Authorities have confirmed that all construction work for the FOB is complete, and trial runs for the lifts and escalators are currently underway.
Once fully operational, the Ayantharkarai FOB is expected to greatly improve pedestrian safety and convenience for residents and visitors in Chennai.