Keralam government sanctions ₹11 crore for renovationroad development in Kochi

KOCHI The State government has approved and allocated funds for M.G. Road renovation works and the development of Chinmaya Cross Road, which forms part of the approach road for the proposed Perandoor-Vaduthala bridge project in the Ernakulam Assembly constituency, said T.J. Vinod, MLA. An amount of ₹6 crore has been allocated for the M.G. Road renovation work, while ₹5 crore has been sanctioned for the development of Chinmaya Cross Road, including land acquisition.

The stretch between Madhava Pharmacy Junction and Thevara along M.G. Road will be resurfaced. A cross drain, which is currently dysfunctional, will also be reconstructed as part of the work. The project aims to improve the motorability of the road and address hardships faced by commuters, said Mr. Vinod in a statement issued here.

Main reason for waterlogging “Skewed slopes of drains remain the main reason for waterlogging along M.G. Road. The PWD (Roads) has submitted a comprehensive project worth ₹20 crore for the development of M.G. Road, including the scientific correction of drain slopes and improvement of footpath.