+
Toll Taken But Works Unfinished on Kerala’s 6-Lane NH Stretch
ROADS & HIGHWAYS

Toll Taken But Works Unfinished on Kerala’s 6-Lane NH Stretch

Vadakkencherry–Mannuthy, Kerala, 8 July 2025 – Toll collection on the 6-lane Vadakkencherry–Mannuthy National Highway (NH) began three years ago, yet over 30 construction works, including essential safety measures, remain incomplete (@mathrubhumi).

The toll began on 9 March 2022, under an agreement with Thrissur Expressway Ltd, which pledged to complete all pending works within 90 days. However, fewer than ten tasks have been finished to date (@mathrubhumi).

Despite this, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) issued a completion certificate on 14 June 2024, and imposed penalties on the concessionaire. Yet it is commuters who continue to face delays and pay tolls, particularly since rates at Panniyankara toll plaza exceed those at nearby plazas like Walayar and Paliyekkara (@mathrubhumi).

Major Pending Works
Key unfinished items include:
Landslide protection on steep slopes
Completion of a service road along the NH
Safety upgrades at junctions linking local roads
Construction of 21 bus bays and lorry parking at three sites
Installation of proper drainage and street lighting
NHAI officials confirmed that lorry bays are being planned, but offered no timeline on completing the remaining tasks (@mathrubhumi).

Impact on Road Users
Motorists have expressed frustration, as they continue to pay tolls for incomplete infrastructure, impacting safety and convenience. The disparity between toll fees and actual amenities has sparked concerns over accountability and transparency.

Vadakkencherry–Mannuthy, Kerala, 8 July 2025 – Toll collection on the 6-lane Vadakkencherry–Mannuthy National Highway (NH) began three years ago, yet over 30 construction works, including essential safety measures, remain incomplete (@mathrubhumi).The toll began on 9 March 2022, under an agreement with Thrissur Expressway Ltd, which pledged to complete all pending works within 90 days. However, fewer than ten tasks have been finished to date (@mathrubhumi).Despite this, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) issued a completion certificate on 14 June 2024, and imposed penalties on the concessionaire. Yet it is commuters who continue to face delays and pay tolls, particularly since rates at Panniyankara toll plaza exceed those at nearby plazas like Walayar and Paliyekkara (@mathrubhumi).Major Pending WorksKey unfinished items include:Landslide protection on steep slopesCompletion of a service road along the NHSafety upgrades at junctions linking local roadsConstruction of 21 bus bays and lorry parking at three sitesInstallation of proper drainage and street lightingNHAI officials confirmed that lorry bays are being planned, but offered no timeline on completing the remaining tasks (@mathrubhumi).Impact on Road UsersMotorists have expressed frustration, as they continue to pay tolls for incomplete infrastructure, impacting safety and convenience. The disparity between toll fees and actual amenities has sparked concerns over accountability and transparency.

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Real Estate

Peninsula Land launches 19 luxury villas in Pune

Pune’s residential landscape is witnessing a shift as premium homebuyers increasingly seek larger spaces, privacy and independent living options beyond high-rise apartments. Addressing this demand, Peninsula Land Limited, part of the Ashok Piramal Group, has launched AshokVillas, an exclusive collection of 19 premium furnished villas in Gahunje, Pune.The development combines the independence of a standalone home with the convenience and security of a managed residential community. Designed around low-density horizontal living, AshokVillas offers residents private spaces while providing acces..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

MyBranch Expands South India Network with 16 Workspace Centres

MyBranch has expanded its South India presence with a 50,000 sq ft flexible workspace network comprising 16 centres across 14 cities in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.The expansion reflects growing demand for flexible office infrastructure as businesses establish regional teams, satellite offices and operations beyond traditional metropolitan markets. MyBranch’s network spans Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Guntur, Hanamkonda, Hubballi, Hyderabad, Madurai, Mangaluru, Rajahmundry, Salem, Tirupati, Vellore, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam, with a large office space in Chennai also und..

Next Story
Building Material

Walplast Launches Moisture-Resistant Gypsum Plaster Solutions

Walplast Products Pvt. Ltd. has expanded its HomeSure GypEx portfolio with the launch of GypEx MoistShield and GypEx Gold, two gypsum plaster solutions designed to address moisture-prone applications and improve plastering efficiency.The new products have been developed in response to the growing demand for faster construction processes, improved material performance and consistent surface quality. The solutions aim to simplify interior plastering while addressing specific application requirements across construction environments.“Through HomeSure GypEx MoistShield and GypEx Gold, we are exp..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code