Garbage woes continue in Kodambakkam

CHENNAI: The dismal condition of Kodambakkam’s Station Border Road, as reported in City Express on January 4, has elicited a response from the Corporation of Chennai. In a statement, the PRO has stated that the portion of the road adjacent to Rangarajapuram flyover has been inspected and the garbage completely removed.The PRO C Palaniappan, in his response states, “With new storm water drain construction work having commenced, excavation work and the earth dumped near the collection point hindered garbage collection.Now, the garbage has been completely removed and a bin has been kept.” In reality, though, the situation has not changed much, say residents.Meenakshi, a resident,  says, “After the coverage, the situation has not improved. The piles of  garbage still remain and we continue to find it difficult to dispose the waste.” Sarvesh, a regular commuter along the stretch, said that the trash spills over on to the road, making travelling difficult. “Especially those on two-wheelers find it difficult as they might skid on the garbage. Sometimes, stray cattle are attracted to the bins and this blocks the road.” When informed of the statement received from the Corporation, which says, ‘This location will be maintained in a neat and tidy manner’, Mani, one of the residents, said that the garbage  should first be cleared before they make such promises.