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History and evolution of T.Nagar

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HISTORY AND EVOLUTION OF T.NAGAR            This article tells you about the history and evolution of Thyagaraya Nagar ( T.Nagar) . Thyagaraya Nagar is the first planned town in Chennai . In TNagar there's a part called Mambalam village later called as west mambalam. West Mambalam which has been the settlement for middle class families. (Panagal Park) at the centre, roads radially branched out to accommodate houses and shops. T.Nagar bus terminus was the first depot to come up inside the city. Its location, in close proximity to Mambalam Railway Station, was an added advantage. With pucca pacca connectivity, T.Nagar developed into a place of commerce.  T Nagar is today known more for its shopping complexes. Among the first to set base here was Nalli’s, its trademark white art-deco showroom still a prominent presence. Another old name is Naidu Hall. Since then we have had any number of other famous names here. Come fe...