CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin will inaugurate a new flyover constructed for Rs 150.28 crore at Thirunagar Melamadai junction in Madurai on Sunday and name it after Veeramangai Velunachiyar Flyover in honour of the Sivaganga queen who fought against colonial forces.
The 950-metre-long flyover will carry the name of Velunachiyar, who reclaimed Sivaganga from the British and ruled with distinction.
The flyover begins at the Thondi Road Anna Bus Stand junction, passes through Aavin junction and Melamadai junction, and connects to the Madurai ring road before continuing towards Poovanthi in Sivaganga district.
The stretch forms a key state highway linking Madurai and Sivaganga districts and hosts several educational institutions. Heavy traffic density on the route has resulted in congestion at all three junctions, causing prolonged delays for motorists.
The much-awaited Goripalayam flyover construction under way in Madurai city is expected to be commissioned by January or February 2026. Around 80 per cent of the work has been completed.