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Poosi Forest Palace near Arani restored and opened for public viewing
Arani, Tamil Nadu21 Oct 2026
The Public Works Department has completed restoration of the British-era Poosi Forest Palace at Poosimalai Kuppam village near Arani and handed it over to the Tamil Nadu Forest Department for public viewing. The restoration was carried out at a cost of ₹11.54 crore, following a government order issued in 2022.
Why it matters
Restoring and opening the site enables public access to a protected historical building within a reserve forest and supports heritage conservation and visitation.
Public Works Department, Tamil NaduTamil Nadu Forest Department