The Hindu 30.03.2013
Tirupur Corpn. to conduct book fairs
For book lovers, the Tirupur Corporation is planning to come out with a ‘tonic for thought’.
Mayor Visalakshi Appukutty, while listing out some of the initiatives planned to be rolled out for the citizens, said the administration had decided to explore the possibilities of either organising round-the-year book exhibitions or create ‘book joints’ to help the people get latest collection of books.
The idea has come to the administration as enthusiasm among the people for books was found to be increasing in the recent times in the city.
However, the residents did not have many opportunities to get good publications in their ‘backyard’ with many of them travelling as far as to Coimbatore to purchase good books.
Another major step would be the Corporation’s move to promote solar energy in a big way during 2013-14 and thereby, overcome the power crisis to a great extent.
Ms. Visalakshi said it was planned to install solar panels and other necessary gadgets to operate fans in select Corporation offices and schools at an outlay of Rs. 1.5 crore.
“Under first phase, Corporation main office, Jaiva Bhai Corporation Girls Higher Secondary School and Zones-1 and 3 offices would be covered,” she added.
To improve recreational facilities, the Corporation has plans to set up 10 more parks across the city and improve the facilities in existing parks.
“The works will commence once the necessary sanctions are obtained,” Corporation officials said.
