T.N. election 2026: Vaniyambadi constituency residents complain about delay in construction of ROB, illegal sand mining on Palar riverbed

Residents of Vaniyambadi town are facing ongoing challenges with a manned railway level crossing, despite promises from political parties to replace it. The crossing divides the town into Old Town and New Town, impacting residents' access to essential services and causing traffic congestion. Local issues, including garbage dumping, illegal sand mining, and water scarcity, have been exacerbated by the lack of a new bridge. The situation has prompted calls for increased surveillance and intervention from authorities. The upcoming Assembly election in Vaniyambadi is expected to be closely contested between the incumbent AIADMK candidate and the DMK-led alliance.