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**Summary:**

The Federation of OMR Resident Associations (FOMRRA) conducted a survey on public transportation needs among residents of the Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) corridor in Chennai. The survey identified areas for improvement in MTC bus services, last-mile connectivity, and integration with future metro lines. A report based on the survey’s findings, prepared by Sridevi Kothandapani and A. Sivakumar after discussion by over 20 members, was submitted to the MTC Commissioner with recommendations to enhance public transit and connectivity for OMR residents. FOMRRA hopes MTC will prioritize and implement these improvements.

**News Article:**

**OMR Residents Demand Public Transit Overhaul in New Report**

**Chennai, June 14, 2025:** Residents of the Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) corridor are calling for significant improvements to public transportation, according to a new report submitted to the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) by the Federation of OMR Resident Associations (FOMRRA).

The report, the result of a comprehensive survey conducted by FOMRRA, highlights the pressing need for enhanced MTC bus services, improved last-mile connectivity, and seamless integration with the upcoming metro rail network. The survey aimed to understand the transportation challenges faced by residents, particularly those residing further from the main OMR thoroughfare.

Key findings and recommendations outlined in the report, meticulously crafted by Sridevi Kothandapani and A. Sivakumar following extensive discussions among over 20 FOMRRA members, focus on connecting residents to essential transportation hubs, including railway stations, airports, and mofussil bus stands.

“We believe that these recommendations, carefully gathered and analyzed, offer a clear path towards creating a more sustainable and accessible public transport system for OMR residents,” stated Harsha Koda, co-founder of FOMRRA.

The report has been formally submitted to MTC Commissioner Prabhu Shankar IAS. FOMRRA urges MTC to prioritize the points raised and take prompt action to improve public transport facilities. The resident association is committed to continued engagement with stakeholders to advocate for the implementation of these vital improvements for the benefit of the entire OMR community.

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