Villupuram Member of Parliament D. Ravikumar has urged Southern Railway to postpone its decision to permanently close the Janakipuram railway gate near Villupuram junction. He said the closure should take place only after a suitable alternative route was identified by the Railway authorities.
In a letter addressed to the General Manager of Southern Railways, Tiruchi Division, Mr. Ravikumar said the Railway’s announcement to permanently close the Janakipuram railway gate from March 15, had caused concern among the local residents.
“It is crucial to note that students from Marakathapuram, Kandambakkam and Janakipuram villages, along with residents from surrounding areas, rely on this route to reach Kandamanadi Government High School and Kandamanadi Primary Health Centre for various services including deliveries. Closure of this gate will undoubtedly lead to significant inconvenience and potential safety hazards,” he said.
