Sun Apr 20 14:50:19 UTC 2025: ## Nagercoil Mayor Outlines City Improvement Plans Amidst Civic Challenges

**Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu, April 20, 2025** – Nagercoil Corporation Mayor R. Mahesh addressed key civic concerns in an interview with *The Hindu*, outlining ongoing projects and future plans for the city. Significant challenges include waste management, water supply, sewage discharge, and infrastructure development.

Regarding the Valampurivilai dumping yard, a major source of public concern due to its foul odor and occasional fires, Mayor Mahesh stated that relocation is currently unfeasible due to public opposition at proposed alternative sites and National Green Tribunal regulations. However, the corporation is employing five biomining machines to process the accumulated legacy waste, aiming for complete clearance within the year. Future waste management will rely on micro-composting centers, minimizing waste sent to the dumping yard.

The promised 24/7 water supply, delayed due to ongoing water connection installations, is nearing completion. Over half of the 18,000 planned connections are already installed. Currently, water is sourced from the Puthan dam due to low water levels in the Mukkadal dam.

Addressing the issue of sewage discharge into the Pazhayar river, the Mayor announced plans to establish a common soak pit system in densely populated areas to prevent further pollution of this vital water body.

Efforts to improve infrastructure include the eviction of encroachments, particularly by street vendors, who are being relocated to designated areas. A significant project is the construction of a new, Rs 55 crore bus stand with multilevel parking. Plans also include the development of pedestrian pathways to enhance safety and reduce traffic congestion.

Finally, the Mayor provided updates on environmental projects. Restoration of the Parakkai-Suchindram tank, an important heronry, is underway with ₹1 crore allocated by the Tamil Nadu Environmental Agency. The Chemmankulam restoration project is slightly delayed due to an ongoing assembly session but is awaiting administrative sanction.

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