Government weighs East Coast Road corridor for integrated admin city

Amid mounting protests against the offshore‑estate proposal, Tamil Nadu officials are evaluating the East Coast Road corridor as a potential site for an integrated administrative city. The proposal envisions moving multiple government offices to a 500‑1,000 acre tract outside Chennai, creating a self‑contained hub with modern infrastructure, improved road and public‑transport links, and long‑term capacity for expansion. Critics stress the need for robust connectivity to central Chennai and neighboring districts, while the government plans detailed assessments of land availability, environmental impact, and construction costs before any final decision.