K. Chandrasekaran, President of the Tamil Nadu Congress Arts Wing and the Sivaji Ganesan Social Welfare Association, sent a petition to Chief Minister M.K. Stalin asking to name the upcoming elevated flyover between Teynampet and Saidapet after the legendary actor, “Nadigar Thilagam” Sivaji Ganesan.
The appeal emphasizes that naming this major infrastructure project after Sivaji Ganesan would be a fitting tribute to a man who served as a pillar of the Tamil film industry for over five decades and brought the history of freedom fighters and national leaders to life through his iconic performances.
The request carries significant geographical weight as the 3.2 km flyover starts near the Teynampet junction, close to the actor’s longtime residence, “Annai Illam,” located on South Boag Road (now Chevalier Sivaji Ganesan Road).
The petition notes that since the legendary artist lived in this immediate vicinity until his final days, naming the bridge after him is highly appropriate.
Furthermore, the delegation pointed out the actor’s strong historical ties as a follower of Perunthalaivar Kamarajar and a close friend of the late Dr. M. Karunanidhi.
Built at a cost of Rs 621 crore, the four-lane flyover is designed to significantly reduce traffic congestion on Anna Salai, and fans and members of the Congress Arts Wing now eagerly await a positive response from the state government as the project nears completion.