VeeraVanjinathanSalaiKulam is a local pond maintained by GCC.Water in the pond is partly available and is brownish in colour. Algae bloom seen in the pond. Fishes are observed in the pond. Aquatic birds are seen. The pond is not connected to any upstream & downstream water sources, gets storage during the monsoon. Catchment area is connected to local SWD network.Benefits from the implementation of this project include filter provision for SWD to filter and store the collected water in the pond.The existing drain has been disposing off the surplus water fromthe catchment area safely to the nearby Buckingham canal toavoid the inundation of the locality and improvement of water quality by providing wetland system and aquatic floating island and diversion of sewage discharge. Due to de-silting, water storage will increase and made available throughout the year. Fish culture will be developed. The pond serves as a spot of recreation to the local residents. With proper counseling and guidance by the GCC Engineers, the Resident Association will take care of the pond and hence, water body will be protected.The pond has been restored under the Chennai Smart City project funds.