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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Musiri RDO killed in accident on NH
1 2 Trichy: Aramutha Devasena, 55, revenue divisional officer (RDO) of Musiri, was killed in a road accident on Thursday after her official vehicle collided with a govt bus and rammed an earthmover on Trichy-Karur national highway (NH) on the outskirts of the city. Condoling the death, chief minister M K Stalin announced that the govt would disburse Rs1 crore as personal accident insurance cover, and Rs10 lakh to the RDO's family members as solatium from his public relief fund (CMPRF) and another Rs5 lakh under the family security fund. Police said Devasena was travelling in her official vehicle to Trichy city to participate in a govt event. The vehicle was driven by her official driver V Prabakar, 51. Around 11.45am, as the vehicle was approaching Kadiyakurichi near Jeeyapuram, it collided with a TNSTC bus coming in the opposite direction. Driver Prabakar lost control of the vehicle and it further rammed an earthmover parked on the left side of the highway for repair work. Eyewitness said the speeding govt vehicle came to a sudden halt after ramming the heavy machinery. The RDO succumbed to head injuries on the spot, with her body stuck in the mangled remains of the vehicle. Driver Prabakaran sustained severe injuries and was rushed to Trichy MGMGH. Locals said that the accident spot was one of the widest stretches of the accident-prone Trichy-Karur NH, as vehicles utilise such spacious stretches to accelerate and overtake. Around 32km-long stretch of Trichy-Karur NH81 is one of the top 100 accident-prone roads identified by road safety and state transport authority of the govt. In 2024, the stretch recorded 112 accidents and 44 fatalities. Citing the RDO's death, locals asked the district administration to widen the narrow highway. Jeeyapuram police have registered a case.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Valarakurichi Adi Dravidar streets get direct bus link to Ariyalur
Trichy: Residents of Adi Dravidar streets in Valarakurichi village, Ariyalur district, celebrated the launch of their first-ever direct bus service to the district headquarters on Wednesday. Marking the occasion with reverence, villagers offered prayers and removed their slippers as a symbolic gesture while welcoming the private minibus into their locality. Until now, residents had to walk or use two-wheelers to reach bus stops located 1–2 km away. The new service is part of the Regional Transport Office's New Comprehensive Plan for Mini Bus Scheme 2024, which introduced 31 new and extended routes across Ariyalur district. Although Valarakurichi recently got limited TNSTC connectivity, the Adi Dravidar streets—home to about 100 families—remained cut off due to narrow roads that couldn't accommodate standard buses. The minibus, operated by Sri Srinivasa Bus Services, now links the locality with the Ariyalur Government Medical College Hospital via the district bus stand. "The minibus is the right fit for these narrow roads and will benefit the entire village," said K Arjunan, Sendurai taluk secretary of the CPM. The bus's inaugural trip saw women commuters prostrating on the road in gratitude. The crew handed out sweets and chocolates, most of the passengers being women heading to work. "Since the village is remote, we've extended our service here. Women and elderly passengers commuting to the government medical college can travel for free," said Suresh Babu, the bus operator. Under the new scheme, each mini-bus route can cover up to 25 km, with at least 65% of the stretch serving areas not covered by TNSTC or private buses.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
TNSTC revives bus service for farmers after deputy CM's directive
Theni: Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) has started operating buses from various areas in Theni district to the 'Uzhavar Sandhai' for farmers to transport their produce free of cost. The move comes after deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin issued instructions to revive bus services, following an appeal made by farmers in Theni district on Monday. Udhayanidhi was in Theni on Monday to chair a review meeting with various departments regarding developmental works and the implementation of govt schemes. During the meeting, he urged officials to speed up all works concerning the welfare of the public and to act as a bridge between the state govt and the common people. He also distributed welfare aid worth 13.49 crore to 851 beneficiaries, including house pattas worth 2.96 crore to 578 beneficiaries, and other assistance. During the meeting, a group of farmers submitted a petition to him seeking his help in resuming govt bus service to 'Uzhavar Sandhai' for transporting their fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. The farmers pointed out that earlier govt buses were being operated for farmers, and they were able to transport their produce without charges for the load. However, these services stopped during the Covid-19 pandemic. Taking note of the issue faced by the farmers, Udhayanidhi directed TNSTC to operate buses to 'Uzhavar Sandhai'. In its inaugural run, the bus ran via Periyakulam, Jeyamangalam, Pinnathevanpatti, Sokkathevanpatti, and Annanchi to reach the 'Uzhavar Sandhai'. On Tuesday, the bus will also run from Mayiladumparai, Kadamalaikundu, and Nagalapuram to reach 'Uzhavar Sandhai'. Later, the deputy CM inspected the facilities at the govt students' hostel run by the backward classes, most backward classes and minorities welfare department, at Aathankaraipatti near Periyakulam. He interacted with the students at the hostel and instructed the staff to ensure proper maintenance and work for students' welfare and upliftment.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
TNSTC bus overturns in Madurai, nine injured
Madurai: A Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) bus travelling from Coimbatore to Ramanathapuram via Madurai overturned after hitting a median near Arapalayam around 10:30 pm on Friday, leaving nine people injured, including the driver. The accident occurred on AA Road when the driver reportedly lost control of the bus (Reg. No. TN 63 N 1919), causing it to hit the median and topple. Of the 25 passengers on board, one suffered a fractured arm, while eight others sustained minor injuries. Six of the injured, including driver M Lakshmanan, were admitted to Government Rajaji Hospital. Three others were treated at Meenakshi Mission Hospital. The conductor, Kalidas, was unharmed. Police said the bus was recovered using a crane and taken to the Karimedu police station for further investigation. Preliminary findings suggest poor visibility due to inadequate street lighting may have contributed to the crash. Traffic officials stated that steps would be taken to improve lighting and enhance road safety in the area. MSID:: 121850086 413 | Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Time of India
Six new TNSTC buses flagged off in Trichy
1 2 Trichy: School education minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi flagged off a total of six new buses from the Chathiram bus stand and Ponmalaipatti in Trichy on Saturday. The minister dedicated five buses from the Chathiram bus stand including a town bus under 'Magalir Vidiyal Payanam Thittam' for Thuvakudi via Thiruverumbur and NIT Trichy. Among the four new mofussil buses, two buses will ply between Trichy and Madurai via Viralimalai and Thuvarankurichi, one between Trichy and Cumbum via Dindigul and Theni and one between Manapparai and Tirupur via Trichy and Karur. At Ponmalaipatti, the minister flagged off a town bus under Magalir Vidiyal Payanam Thittam between Ponmalaipatti and the Chathiram bus stand via the Central bus stand. The new buses were launched on behalf of the Trichy Zone of Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, Kumbakonam division. Trichy deputy mayor G Dhivya, TNSTC general manager D Sathish Kumar, and other officials were present during the events. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
