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Chennai to Get New Water Sports Hub
10 Feb
Summary
- North Chennai will soon feature a 22-acre waterbody with niche water sports.
- Kayaking and rowing are planned, expanding organized water-based sporting infrastructure.
- The project aims to provide accessible water sports and training opportunities.
North Chennai is set to gain a new 22-acre recreational waterbody near Ernavoor, the Annai Sivagami Nagar pond, which will offer niche water sports. The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) is spearheading this development, aiming to enhance the city's organized water-based sporting facilities.
Planned activities include kayaking and rowing, inspired by the success of boating in other city lakes. The GCC intends to install essential public amenities such as a waiting hall, restrooms, and ticketing counters. Additional features like a walking track and a food court are also part of the development plan.
This project is also envisioned to provide water sports coaching, empowering local youth with training and competitive opportunities. Residents have welcomed the initiative, emphasizing the need for accessible sporting activities for all income groups and urging for nominal training fees and proper maintenance of the facility.
