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Dhanushkodi to Arichalmunai: Cars, Vans Banned; CNG Bus Service to Launch Soon!
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News18•20-09-2026, 10:47
Dhanushkodi to Arichalmunai: Cars, Vans Banned; CNG Bus Service to Launch Soon!
- •A new CNG bus service will be launched to reduce traffic congestion between Dhanushkodi and Arichalmunai.
- •Tourists must park vehicles at Dhanushkodi and travel 5 km to Arichalmunai by CNG bus.
- •Buses will feature awareness messages on marine life conservation.
- •A fare of less than Rs. 50 per person is planned for the service.
- •Once launched, only auto-rickshaws will be allowed to Arichalmunai beach; other vehicles will be restricted.
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The district administration and forest department are launching a CNG bus service to reduce traffic congestion and environmental pollution, allowing tourists to travel the 5-kilometer stretch from Dhanushkodi to Arichalmunai.
A total of 7 natural gas CNG buses have been procured to transport tourists between Dhanushkodi and Arichalmunai.
Forest department officials stated that once the new transport service begins, only auto-rickshaws will be allowed to travel up to Arichalmunai beach, while all other vehicles must be parked at Dhanushkodi.
