Harveypatty High School was closed five years ago, citing poor enrolment. Since then, children have been dependent on private schools or government schools located outside the locality.
The former CM said the political discourse in Tamil Nadu had become increasingly dominated by speculation over leaders switching parties, which he described as a betrayal of the people's trust.
The project was commissioned by Stalin in February 2024 during his tenure as Chief Minister to provide drinking water to around 9 lakh residents in Chennai's southern suburbs and the IT corridor.