Heavy traffic jam at 2nd Avenue, Anna Nagar as vehicles parked on the road reduce the driving space. | Photo credit: SR Raghunathan
Anna Nagar, one of the most densely populated and well-planned residential areas in Chennai, is steadily emerging as a prominent commercial hub.
Named after former Chief Minister CN Annadurai and developed after the 1968 India International Trade and Industry Fair, Anna Nagar features a grid layout of wide streets and residential plots, a standardized address system and dedicated green spaces.
Published – 26 Mar 2026 05:03 IST
