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Summary:
The Hindu e-paper, published December 13, 2025, reports on the demolition of a 10,000 sq ft commercial building in Nerkundram, Chennai. The demolition, carried out by the Greater Chennai Corporation under orders from the Madras High Court, addressed an encroachment on land belonging to the Tamil Nadu Housing Board (TNHB). Local residents, through their ward councillor, are requesting that the TNHB transfer the cleared land to the Chennai Corporation for the construction of an indoor stadium featuring Kabaddi and Volleyball courts.
News Article:
Chennai Corporation Demolishes Illegal Structure, Residents Eye New Sports Facility
CHENNAI, December 13, 2025 – The Greater Chennai Corporation today demolished a 10,000 sq ft commercial building in Nerkundram, following a Madras High Court order addressing an encroachment issue. The structure, located on Perumal Koil Street, was built on land owned by the Tamil Nadu Housing Board (TNHB).
Chennai Corporation officials, along with representatives from TNHB and TANGEDCO, oversaw the demolition of the ground-plus-two-story building.
Following the demolition, Ward 145 Councillor T. Sathyanathan reported that local residents are petitioning the TNHB to hand over the reclaimed land to the Chennai Corporation for the construction of an indoor stadium.
“The residents are requesting the construction of an indoor stadium, including Kabaddi and volleyball courts,” stated Councillor Sathyanathan. “There is a significant need for recreational space for the youth in this area, and these sports are particularly popular.”
The eight-ground plot now stands clear, prompting hope within the community for a much-needed recreational facility. The Chennai Corporation has not yet commented on the possibility of accepting the land and proceeding with the stadium project.
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