Archive · 26 Jan 2026
Mamallapuram Bus Stand Delayed Until Year-End
Mamallapuram is a famous tourist spot with old carvings and monuments.
Many people visit it every day, but there is a problem.
There is no good place for buses to park, so they park on the road and cause traffic jams.
The government has been trying to build a new bus stand for 33 years, but it has been delayed many times.
Finally, they started building it in 2024, and it should be ready by the end of this year.
The new bus stand will be able to park 50 buses and will have places for people to rest and eat.
This will make it easier for everyone to visit Mamallapuram and enjoy the beautiful sights.
Construction of a new bus stand in Mamallapuram, estimated to cost Rs. 90 crore, is delayed and expected to complete by year-end 2024.
Current temporary bus stand near Sthalasayana Perumal temple can only park 8 buses, causing traffic congestion.
The new bus stand will have space for 50 buses, rest lounges, toilets, restaurants, and ATM centers.
Project faced delays due to land acquisition issues and opposition from traders over the past 33 years.
Mamallapuram is a popular tourist destination visited throughout the year, unlike seasonal spots like Ooty and Kodaikanal.
- Who
- Tourists, residents, and students visiting Mamallapuram
- What
- Construction of a new bus stand in Mamallapuram
- When
- Construction expected to complete by year-end 2024
- Where
- Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu, India
- Why
- To alleviate traffic congestion and improve tourist access
- Estimated Cost
- Rs. 90 crore
- Land Area
- 6.79 acres
- Current Bus Capacity
- 8 buses
- Future Bus Capacity
- 50 buses
- Project Start Year
- 1991
- Construction Start Year
- 2024
- Expected Completion
- Year-end 2024
- Tourist Visits
- Throughout the year