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Tamil Nadu Protection of Tanks and Eviction of Encroachment Act

Understanding Chennai’s Second Master Plan through the eyes of the urban poor

Chennai’s Second Master Plan envisions “a prime metropolis which will become more livable, economically vibrant, environmentally sustainable, and with better assets for future generations”. However, an examination of this vision from the perspective of the urban poor reveals that the plan does not address social and economic inequalities.