Chennai Races Against Monsoon to Fix Potholed Roads After Public Outcry

This special report focuses on the impact of India Today's relentless campaign highlighting Chennai's pothole-ridden roads, which has spurred the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) into action. Following immense backlash on social media and with the monsoon season imminent, the civic body has commenced a significant patchwork operation across the city in areas including Pallikaranai, Maduravoyal, and Valasaravakkam. According to India Today's reporter Anagha, 'even on social media, the anger among the citizens is palpable'. The campaign exposed the dangers posed to commuters by the poorly maintained roads, prompting a response from officials, including Mayor R. Priya, who confirmed that patchwork is being undertaken ahead of the rains. While work has started, many roads still require urgent attention to ensure citizen safety before the monsoon intensifies.