Two temporary bus stands would function here from November 1 to 11. Buses operating on the Thanjavur route will be operated from the bus stand near the Sona Meena theatre while buses plying on Pudukottai and Madurai routes will be operated from the bus stand at Mannarpuram roundabout.
Chennai-bound government buses from southern districts passing via Tiruchi would come to Mannarpuram to drop passengers and go through the national highway. There is no change in the movement of buses proceeding to other destinations and they would continue to be operated from the Central Bus Stand here. Arrangements have been made to operate shuttle services by the State Transport Corporation from the Central Bus Stand to Mannarpuram bus stand.
Basic facilities like drinking water and toilets would be provided at temporary bus stands, a press release said. Vans, cars and autos should be parked at the designated spots marked for them. They should not be parked in such way hampering vehicular movements. Buses should halt at the designated stops. Vehicles should not be parked in such a manner affecting traffic movement.
Those selling crackers should sell them only in places where permission has been accorded. Crackers should not be sold on push carts.