The Greater Chennai Corporation’s latest budget has unveiled a series of ambitious projects and welfare initiatives aimed at improving tourism, worker welfare and urban infrastructure across the city.
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The Greater Chennai Corporation has announced that the deadline for including a child’s name in a birth certificate has been extended until September 26, following an order issued by the Tamil Nadu government.
Due to renovation works at Chennai’s Egmore railway station, suburban train services on the coastal corridor between Chennai Beach and Tambaram–Chengalpattu have been reorganised, resulting in temporary reductions and changes in train operations.
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Mayor Priya on Tuesday presented the 2026–27 Budget of the Greater Chennai Corporation, unveiling 90 new announcements aimed at strengthening civic infrastructure, improving public services and enhancing welfare measures across the city.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall in parts of Tamil Nadu beginning February 20.
Due to ongoing redevelopment works at Chennai Egmore railway station, suburban train services will operate under temporary arrangements for 45 days. Passengers are advised to check updated schedules and plan their travel accordingly.
Around 67% of construction has been completed on the Chennai Metro Rail Phase II stretch between Koyambedu and Chennai Trade Centre, with services expected to begin in June 2026. The viaduct work is anticipated to be completed by the end of March.