Pudukkottai (Tamil Nadu), Nov 2 : Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay inaugurated 44 completed development projects worth approximately Rs 68.31 crore and laid foundation stones for 70 new projects worth Rs 11.72 crore in Pudukkottai on Monday.
This was Vijay’s first official visit to the district since taking office as Chief Minister in May 2026.
New Bus Terminal Built at Rs 23.25 Crore
One of the major highlights of the visit was the inauguration of a newly constructed bus terminal at a cost of Rs 23.25 crore. The terminal features 60 bus bays, commercial complexes, waiting rooms and dedicated facilities for nursing mothers and persons with disabilities.
The Chief Minister also inaugurated a multi-purpose indoor sports stadium built at a cost of Rs 6.29 crore. The facility will provide training opportunities for local athletes in sports such as badminton, volleyball, kabaddi and table tennis.
Welfare Assistance Worth Rs 62.73 Crore Distributed
During the programme, CM Vijay distributed welfare assistance worth Rs 62.73 crore to 13,676 beneficiaries. The assistance is expected to support eligible families through various government welfare schemes.
Vijay Interacts with Farmers Over Cauvery Water
Earlier, the Chief Minister inspected local agricultural produce and interacted with farmers to understand their problems and requirements.
Farmers highlighted the need for Cauvery river water for irrigation, as several areas in the district are facing water shortages. The availability of adequate irrigation water remains a major concern for the local agricultural community.
Vijay was also informed about the importance of the cashew industry in Adanakottai, which provides a major source of livelihood for approximately five lakh families in the region.
Large Crowds Welcome CM Vijay During Roadshow
CM Vijay arrived in Tiruchirappalli from Chennai by a special flight and travelled around 55 km by road to reach Pudukkottai.
During his journey, he held a roadshow as large crowds gathered along both sides of the roads to welcome him. People in Viralimalai and Mathur enthusiastically cheered and raised slogans as his convoy passed through the areas.
According to police officials, supporters and members of the public started gathering as early as 8 am.
In an incident during the visit, a young girl who had arrived early to see the Chief Minister fainted due to the crowd and surrounding conditions. Police personnel immediately rushed to help, carried her to safety and helped revive her.
The visit marked an important occasion for Pudukkottai, with several infrastructure projects, sports facilities and welfare initiatives launched as part of the state’s development efforts.
