Society

In my short stay so far, Chennai has shown itself to be everything I was told to expect and nothing like it at all.

Madras Day celebrations have begun in August with events which aim to spark a conversation about the city.

While government-owned heritage structures have been given a new lease of life, privately-owned buildings of Chennai need more care.

Many senior citizens in Chennai become victims of crimes such as theft. Better policing is necessary to ensure their safety.

Reap Benefit provides various tools for Chennai youth to start taking action on civic problems that they experience in their neighbourhood.

Chennai’s workers have suffered from exploitation, over-working and the impact of COVID-19. Here is what they want the government to do.

Chennai was recently ranked the top city for women in terms of safety. A panel discussion examined the ground reality and how the city can be made better for women.

Right to Food, Right to Education and Right to Livelihood are some areas where Community Champions have been able to make an impact.

A panel discussion by Citizen Matters Chennai will look into how Chennai can be made a more safe and inclusive city for women.

Manual workers in Chennai commute long hours for low pay and have no safety or job security despite working for decades.

After an incident of sexual harassment, the survivor’s treatment by the police shows there is a long way to go for women to feel safe in Chennai.

One of the city’s most famous electronics hub, Ritchie Street has continued to remain the go-to market for the needs of Chennaiites.