CHENNAI: Water stagnation in north Chennai has reduced significantly in the recent years due to the extensive storm water drain works undertaken by the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC), Mayor R Priya said on Thursday.

Speaking to reporters after launching the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) at the offices of the Regional Deputy Commissioners (RDCs), she stated that the civic body had undertaken intensive monsoon preparedness measures across the city.

“A few years ago, Vyasarpadi and Pulianthope would remain waterlogged for 8-10 days after heavy rains. Now, water is drained within a day. This improvement has been achieved through the infrastructure created under the Chief Minister’s directions,” she said.

Priya added that SWD works were being expedited in several localitie

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