On August 4, CM Vijay opened four completed water and municipal projects worth ₹112.85 crore, laid foundations for four more worth ₹710.50 crore, opened 4,260 TNUHDB homes built at ₹525.75 crore and higher education buildings worth ₹274.46 crore, and announced ₹10 crore for the Chennai Open WTA 250 women’s tennis tournament.
On August 4, CM Vijay opened four completed water and municipal projects worth ₹112.85 crore, laid foundations for four more worth ₹710.50 crore, opened 4,260 TNUHDB homes built at ₹525.75 crore and higher education buildings worth ₹274.46 crore, and announced ₹10 crore for the Chennai Open WTA 250 women’s tennis tournament.
Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay opened and launched a large set of public works by video conference from the Secretariat on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the 87th day of his government.
| Department | Work | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Administration & Water Supply | 4 completed projects opened | ₹112.85 crore |
| Municipal Administration & Water Supply | Foundation stones laid for 4 new projects | ₹710.50 crore |
| TN Urban Habitat Development Board | 4,260 tenements opened | ₹525.75 crore |
| Higher Education | New buildings opened | ₹274.46 crore |
Together these works are worth more than ₹1,600 crore. The 4,260 new homes from the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board give families on low incomes a safe, permanent place to live.
An international women’s tournament keeps Chennai on the global tennis calendar and gives young Tamil Nadu players a chance to watch — and play against — the world’s best at home.
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