I recently happened to see the new TN Secretariat complex. "Ugly" is the word that came to my mind first. So much was talked and published about this building - but, unfortunately, the ground reality is far from any of those much hyped images (atleast mine). Its neither modern nor aesthetic. You do not see any of the modern Architectural style nor blend !! It is another cramped structure !! When the construction of the entire complex is completed, may be - may be - the present look may change !! But as of now - its a big eye sore !!
Why have they chosen this place ?? Ideal plan should have been to construct the complex in such a place where it would take the traffic congestion out of the city and get a fresh whiff of air !! Alas, that is not to be!! It is right across Mt Road!! When the construction of this complex is completed - and when the offices start functioning in full swing - it is going to take the already horrific traffic congestion in Mt Road to another level!! I found atleast one symbolic link to the location of the complex. It has been constructed right on the banks of the stinking and dirty Coovum (sewage) river. A representation of the present and future state of TN politics?? A exhibit to show that many of the political big-wigs grew on the Coovum-cleaning project money?? Well, that fits the bill nicely !!
