As part of creating safety awareness to the general public and passengers travelling in the Metro Train, it has been planned to conduct Covid-19 related awareness drives in the Metro Stations and Metro Trains.
- In this connection, CMRL in association with ‘On the Streets of Chennai’ an independent performing group will be performing a live music session at Inside the Metro Train between Wimco Nagar to Washermanpet and Central to Airport (via Koyambedu) from 6 pm – 8 pm on 13.03.2021 (Saturday).
- During the session, Awareness programs are also being held on the importance of voting in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2021.
- In continuation with Covid-19 Awareness Drives, CMRL in association with Nimirvu Kalaiyagam will be conducting two performances namely.
- Various Cultural Programs at Vadapalani Metro Station (Street Level) from 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm on 13.03.2021 (Saturday).
- Various Cultural Programs at Guindy Metro Station (Street Level) from 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm on 14.03.2021 (Sunday).
Recent Progress:
Meanwhile, the Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) in its endeavor to provide several sustainable and eco-friendly amenities had decided to install Green boxes of Sciophytes plant species in shaded areas of the Platform for generating more oxygen and also enhancing aesthetic appeal of the Metro Stations.
- As a pilot venture, the Green boxes which are made up of eco-friendly materials have been installed at Koyambedu Metro Station.
- These Green Boxes have been placed on a sand filled tray to collect the excess water draining from the box, thereby preventing water spillage into the platform.
- Raphix excelsa (Lady Palm), Pentanus, Schefflera variegated (Dwarf Umbrella Plant) etc., are foliage indoor plants/shrubs that have been planted in the Green Boxes which helps in absorbing Carbon di-oxide, and also purify the air in the Metro Station.
- In addition to the above, several innovative initiatives namely creating an Ecological Vibrant Unit in the Project area to have a more Greenery and Sustainable ecosystem.
- It will continuously help in minimizing the pollution and attenuate the environmental impact.
- Thiru. Pradeep Yadav, I.A.S., Managing Director, CMRL inspected the new venture at Koyambedu Metro Station.
- Senior Officials of CMRL were present during the inspection.
Source: CMRL-Press Release | Image Credit (representational): CMRL
