Phase 2 free-land distribution in Tiruchirapalli

Tiruchirapalli, Dec 17 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Transport Minister K N Nehru inaugurated the second phase of land distribution for the landless agricultural labourers in this district, this evening.

At a simple function here, Mr Nehru handed over the pattas to 743 beneficiaries. Altogether 903.12 acres, valued at Rs 39.16 lakh, were distributed.

Speaking on the occasion, he claimed that the DMK Government had fulfilled about 90 per cent of its poll promises, within a period of eight months of assuming office.

The four-laning works of a stretch between Chidambaram and Trichy tollgate would be taken by the National Highways Department at a cost of Rs 1,000 crore, he added.

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