Devotees going to Swami Nellaiyappar Temple suffer as badly damaged road causes accidents, traffic snarl
The road near Swami Nellaiyappar Temple in Tirunelveli is in poor condition, leading to frequent accidents and traffic congestion. Despite the high volume of traffic, including vehicles carrying devotees and cargo, no repairs have been made by the local authorities. Residents and drivers express frustration over the dangerous conditions and the lack of action from the Tirunelveli Corporation and the Department of Highways.
- ▪The road near Swami Nellaiyappar Temple is heavily trafficked by thousands of vehicles daily.
- ▪Accidents involving two-wheelers occur frequently due to deep craters and potholes.
- ▪Local authorities have not taken action to repair the road despite complaints from residents and drivers.
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The busy junction near Tirunelveli Town Arch, which is being used by a few thousand vehicles, including vehicles of devotees going to Swami Nellaiyappar Temple, is in a worst shape leading to accidents and severe traffic snarl everyday.The Swami Nellaiyappar High Road and Nellai Kannan Saalai Junction near Tirunelveli Town Arch is a busy spot being used by a few thousand vehicles, including buses proceeding to Tenkasi, Puliyangudi, Cheranmahadevi, Ambasamudram and lorries bringing cargo to traders in Tirunelveli Town and surrounding areas.
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