Greater Chennai Corporation floats bids for upkeep of 595 parks
3 months ago

Greater Chennai Corporation floats bids for upkeep of 595 parks

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation has floated tenders for the maintenance of 595 parks across the city. The contracts, divided into three packages, cover 122 parks in the northern, 215 in central and 258 in southern regions. The initiative aims at elevating the parks by integrating advanced technology, eco-friendly practices and proper maintenance. As many as 3,461 personnel, including sweepers, gardeners, security staff and electricians, will be deployed across the parks.

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