+
Kerala govt to revamp Varkala-Kallambalam road at Rs 16.83 cr
ROADS & HIGHWAYS

Kerala govt to revamp Varkala-Kallambalam road at Rs 16.83 cr

The Kerala government has issued administrative approval to revamp the Varkala-Kallambalam road at Rs 16.83 crore.

The order issued also indicates that the accident-prone spots at Marakkada Mukku Junction and the curve after Vadasserikonam Junction shall be enhanced considering road safety needs.

Varkala-Kallambalam Road is one of the most traversed stretches directing to Sivagiri and Varkala tourist spots.

Since this portion is the most dangerous part of the road, the land acquisition possibility at Marakkadamukku Junction shall be explored. Besides, the footpaths provided near schools will be protected with handrails with openings at the zebra crossing.

The transition of the main road into the bus bay shall be accomplished as per relevant standards and shall be intimated to Regional Transport Office (RTO), and police authorities & Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has been urged to implement the usage of bus bays after their construction to evade the wastage of public money.

Current road safety works will be evaluated, and suitable modifications may be included before issuing technical sanctions by the competent authority. The provision of utility ducts will have to be intimated to Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB), Kerala Water Authority (KWA) & Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to avoid unnecessary road digging.

It has been directed that parking requirements at appropriate locations shall be considered without compromising road safety needs. All main junctions and curves will be enhanced considering road safety standards.

The chief engineer of roads had submitted a detailed estimate on the work improvements to Varkala - Kallambalam road and allied works in Varkala for Rs 17.2 crore. Later, the chief technical examiner did a site visit and directed the chief engineer to provide a new estimation.

Image Source

Also read: Nitin Gadkari: Indian roads to be as good as American by 2024

The Kerala government has issued administrative approval to revamp the Varkala-Kallambalam road at Rs 16.83 crore. The order issued also indicates that the accident-prone spots at Marakkada Mukku Junction and the curve after Vadasserikonam Junction shall be enhanced considering road safety needs. Varkala-Kallambalam Road is one of the most traversed stretches directing to Sivagiri and Varkala tourist spots. Since this portion is the most dangerous part of the road, the land acquisition possibility at Marakkadamukku Junction shall be explored. Besides, the footpaths provided near schools will be protected with handrails with openings at the zebra crossing. The transition of the main road into the bus bay shall be accomplished as per relevant standards and shall be intimated to Regional Transport Office (RTO), and police authorities & Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has been urged to implement the usage of bus bays after their construction to evade the wastage of public money. Current road safety works will be evaluated, and suitable modifications may be included before issuing technical sanctions by the competent authority. The provision of utility ducts will have to be intimated to Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB), Kerala Water Authority (KWA) & Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to avoid unnecessary road digging. It has been directed that parking requirements at appropriate locations shall be considered without compromising road safety needs. All main junctions and curves will be enhanced considering road safety standards. The chief engineer of roads had submitted a detailed estimate on the work improvements to Varkala - Kallambalam road and allied works in Varkala for Rs 17.2 crore. Later, the chief technical examiner did a site visit and directed the chief engineer to provide a new estimation. Image Source Also read: Nitin Gadkari: Indian roads to be as good as American by 2024

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

NABARD Holds Seminar on Vigilance, Integrity and Good Governance

National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) organised a seminar on “Vigilance: Strengthening Integrity and Good Governance” on 25 August 2026 at its Head Office in Mumbai as part of the ongoing Vigilance Awareness Campaign 2026 being observed from 17 August to 16 November 2026, with the theme “Probity for Prosperity."" The seminar was graced by Suresh N Patel, Former Central Vigilance Commissioner, Government of India, as the chief guest and keynote speaker.  The programme was attended by G S Rawat, Deputy Managing Director, Dr Ajay K Sood, Deputy Managing Dire..

Next Story
Equipment

XCMG Unveils World's First 14,000-Ton Ring Crane for Heavy Lifting

XCMG has announced that the first main unit of the world's first 14,000-ton ring crane has rolled off the production line, marking a historic breakthrough in ultra-heavy lifting technology. Jointly developed by XCMG and Sinopec Heavy Lifting & Transportation Co., Ltd., the crane will be the largest-capacity ring crane ever built, setting a new benchmark for major construction projects worldwide.The crane features a modular configuration comprising two main units that work in tandem. The first main unit has completed final assembly and can independently perform lifting operations. Once both..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Thriveni Logistics orders 200 tip trailers from Jagdamba trailers

Jagdamba Trailers (JTPL), one of India’s growing trailer manufacturers, has secured a significant order for 200 Tip Trailers from Thriveni Transport and Logistics Pvt. Ltd., a leading mining and logistics company serving operations across India and overseas.The order, placed for iron ore transportation, is a major milestone for JTPL, particularly as the company secured the business after competing with more than 10 established trailer manufacturers. It also strengthens an already successful relationship between the two companies. Approximately one and a half years ago, Thriveni Transport and..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code