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Chennai transport infrastructure developments

Overview

Chennai is undergoing various infrastructure developments aimed at increasing capacity and improving passenger accessibility.

At Chennai International Airport, the completion of Terminal 3 is projected to increase annual passenger capacity from approximately 23 million to 35 million by April 2027. Ongoing works include the development of cargo facilities and the realignment of a major stormwater drain to meet aviation safety regulations regarding runway clearance. The airport is also enhancing passenger amenities, such as installing sanitary napkin vending machines in women’s toilets.

Broader transport improvements in the region include the installation of additional lifts and escalators at the Tambaram railway station to assist senior citizens and persons with disabilities. However, travelers at Chennai International Airport have reported accessibility issues at the multi-level car parking facility, noting that lifts in the east section are too narrow for passengers with large luggage.

Entities

Southern Railway · Chennai Airport · Chennai · Raja Kishore · Tambaram railway station

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Chennai infrastructure improvements focus on passenger accessibility

    Chennai is upgrading transport accessibility, with Southern Railway expediting lift and escalator installations at Tambaram station, while airport passengers report narrow lifts at parking facilities.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Chennai Airport capacity to reach 35 million passengers by 2027

    Chennai Airport capacity is set to reach 35 million passengers annually by April 2027 with the completion of Terminal 3, alongside ongoing infrastructure and passenger facility upgrades.

Sources

dtnext.in · newindianexpress.com · newstodaynet.com