Report Civic Issues in Chennai
Report potholes, broken streetlights, garbage, water leaks and more in Chennai. Track resolution status and find the right authority contacts.
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How to Report Issues in Chennai
Snap a Photo
Take a photo of the issue — AI auto-detects the category and severity.
Pin the Location
Drop a pin on the map or let GPS auto-detect where the issue is.
Submit Report
Add a title and description, then submit. It goes live on the public map instantly.
Track Resolution
Community votes on priority. Authorities get notified. Track status until resolved.
Chennai Complaint Helpline Directory
Contact the right department directly. These are official helpline numbers and social media handles for Chennai civic authorities.
| Category | Department | Helpline | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🕳️Pothole | GCC (Greater Chennai Corp) | 1913 | |
| 💡Streetlight | GCC | 1913 | |
| 💧Water Leak | CMWSSB (Chennai Metro Water) | 1916 | |
| 🗑️Garbage | GCC | 1913 | |
| 🛣️Road Damage | GCC | 1913 | |
| 🔊Noise | TNPCB (Tamil Nadu) | 1800-425-6750 | |
| ⚠️Safety Hazard | Chennai Police | 112 | |
| 🚗Traffic Congestion | Chennai Traffic Police | — | |
| 🚨Accident | Chennai Police | 112 |
Recent Issues in Chennai
Road nearly non-motorable on Velachery-Tambaram Main Road
Pothole · 21 Mar 2026
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Interior roads in disrepair at Okkiyam Thoraipakkam
Road Damage · 21 Mar 2026
Deep potholes on Paper Mills Road, Kolathur
Pothole · 21 Mar 2026
Road damaged by Metro Rail construction at Koyambedu
Road Damage · 21 Mar 2026
Sewage overflow and groundwater pollution in Anna Nagar
Water Leak · 21 Mar 2026
Frequently Asked Questions — Chennai
How do I report a pothole in Chennai?
Potholes in Chennai are handled by GCC (Greater Chennai Corp). You can call the helpline at 1913, tweet at @chennaicorp with a geotagged photo, or report it on interns.city with a photo and map pin.
What is the GCC (Greater Chennai Corp) helpline number?
The GCC (Greater Chennai Corp) helpline number is 1913. You can call this number to report civic issues like potholes, road damage, garbage, and other municipal complaints in Chennai.
How do I complain about garbage in Chennai?
Garbage and waste management in Chennai is handled by GCC. Contact them via helpline 1913, Twitter @chennaicorp. You can also report garbage dumps with photos on interns.city to build community visibility.
How do I report a water leak or water supply issue in Chennai?
Water supply complaints in Chennai are managed by CMWSSB (Chennai Metro Water). Reach them via helpline 1916, Twitter @CHN_Metro_Water, WhatsApp 8144930308.
Which department handles streetlight complaints in Chennai?
Streetlight issues in Chennai are handled by GCC. Call 1913 to report a broken or non-working streetlight. You can also tweet at @chennaicorp.
How do I file a civic complaint online in Chennai?
You can file civic complaints in Chennai through interns.city — upload a photo, pin the location on the map, and AI auto-detects the issue type. The platform shows you the responsible authority's helpline, Twitter, WhatsApp, and email. You can also file through CPGRAMS (pgportal.gov.in) for formal government grievances.
How do I report traffic or accident issues in Chennai?
Traffic issues in Chennai are handled by Chennai Traffic Police. Tweet at @ChennaiTraffic with location details. WhatsApp: 9003130103. For emergencies, always call 112.
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