Salem Corporation Team Clears 10-Year Drain Blockage in Ammapet After Viral Video

Salem Corporation deserves recognition after its drainage team successfully cleared a decade-old blocked storm water drain in Ammapet area within 24 hours of a resident's video going viral on social media. Background: - The storm drain on Ammapet 7th Street had been completely blocked for over 10 years - Every monsoon season the street flooded knee-deep affecting 60 households - Multiple complaints to the corporation over the years had no result - A resident posted a video showing flooding and the corporation's inaction — video received 45,000 views Corporation response after video: - Commissioner's office contacted within 4 hours of the video going viral - Drainage team with excavator deployed next morning - 10-year accumulation of silt, construction debris and roots cleared in 8 hours - New drain cover installed and outlet connected properly to the main drain - Total time from video post to resolution: 28 hours While it is unfortunate that viral pressure was needed instead of routine response, the Salem Corporation's eventual swift action is appreciated. This incident highlights the power of citizen reporting platforms like VizhiTN in accelerating civic action. Salem Corporation: 0427-2225500