Marina Beach to soon get shaded walkways
Soon, walk along Marina Beach under the shade of creepers. The 2.5km-long walkway between the pedestrian footpath and the service lane is set to get a revamp.“Work has begun and two fountains have been set up. We plan to complete the project in a month,” said a senior Greater Chennai Corporation official. The Rs 23.5 lakh project involves six sun shades with creepers and five fountains. One fountain has been installed behind the Gandhi statue. The revamp, undertaken by road contractors, isn’t just for aesthetics, an official said as these installations will help boost the area’s micro climate, especially for walkers.
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