CHENNAI: Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurated the Rs 2,689.74 crore Chennai Peripheral Ring Road (CPRR) phase-3 — from Tiruvallur Bypass to Sriperumbudur — construction works here on Thursday.
Under the project, the 30.10 km stretch will be developed into a six-lane road along with a two-way service road.
"The new peripheral road will ensure smooth traffic of heavy vehicles from other states and other districts, bound to Ennore and Kattupalli ports. The peripheral road will be extended to Ennore and Mahabalipuram for a total length of 132.87 km," a government release said.
The 30.10 km stretch will have two flyovers, one railway bridge and two bridges.
Moreover, phase-1 works between Ennore and Thatchur, and phase-2 works between Thatchur and Thiruvallur bypass have been completed.
"Detailed project report for phase-4 of the project between Sriperumbudur and Singaperumal Koil is under preparation. Also, the government is in the process of acquiring land for the project between Singaperumal Koil and Pooncheri," the release added.
Being executed by the state Highways and Minor Ports Department, the project has been designed to connect the trade points of Ennore and Mahabalipuram, bypassing the city traffic.
State Public Works, Highways and Minor Ports Minister EV Velu, Minorities Welfare Minister SM Nasar, and senior officials participated.