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Coronavirus | Crowded markets, deserted hill station Updated: Updated: People indulge in panic buying ahead of lockdown; tourists told to steer clear of Kodaikanal Share Article People indulge in panic buying ahead of lockdown; tourists told to steer clear of Kodaikanal Chaotic scenes prevailed at markets and shops across Madurai district on Sunday as people thronged them to stock up on essential commodities ahead of the two-week complete lockdown from Monday. All shops were opened on Saturday and Sunday, resulting in crowding of the four Masi Streets and traffic congestion near Vilakkuthoon during the day. Nitesh Kothari, a trader near Thirumalai Nayak Palace, said many residents made last-minute purchases ahead of Ramzan. Police personnel inspected shops at frequent intervals to ensure that there was no crowding. ....
Appalling condition of roads Updated: Updated: Many arterial stretches are riddled with potholes Share Article Many arterial stretches are riddled with potholes Madurai The recent rains have exposed the poor and abysmal condition of roads in the city, complain city residents. Many arterial roads, junctions and interior roads are riddled with potholes and craters. S. Kannan, an auto rickshaw driver, says accidents occur everyday at the Kalavasal junction which has large craters. The two-wheeler riders often fall down whenever they encounter these large craters. When two-wheeler riders try to avoid the craters, they often clash with the vehicles coming from behind, leading to accidents, he says. ....