Kerala Railway Projects Face Land Hurdles
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Kerala Railway Projects Face Land Hurdles

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has raised concerns over land acquisition delays in Kerala, which are hampering the execution of key railway projects worth ?12,350 crore. Despite the central government disbursing over ?2,100 crore for acquiring 470 hectares (Ha) of land, the state has managed to secure only 64 Ha.

Key Issues and Concerns Land Acquisition Shortfall:

Required: 470 Ha Acquired: 64 Ha ?2,100 crore paid to Kerala for acquisition. Project Allocations:

?3,011 crore allocated for railway projects in FY 2024-25, the highest-ever outlay for the state. Major Projects Impacted:

Trivandrum-Kanyakumari line (doubling). Ernakulam-Kumbalam line (doubling). Kumbalam-Turavur line (doubling). Angamali-Sabarimala line (new project). Minister's Appeal to Kerala Government In a letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Vaishnaw highlighted the need for expedited land acquisition, requesting direct intervention and instructions to state officers to resolve the bottlenecks. The delay in land availability is slowing the implementation of projects critical for improving rail connectivity and passenger convenience in Kerala.

Impact of Delays Infrastructure Development:

Stalled progress on doubling lines and new routes. Potential setbacks to Kerala's railway network modernization and capacity enhancement. Financial Strain:

Allocated funds remain underutilized, affecting timelines and project efficiency. Conclusion The delays in land acquisition are a significant obstacle to Kerala's railway infrastructure development. With record financial allocations and the strategic importance of projects like the Angamali-Sabarimala line, prompt action by the state government is essential to avoid further setbacks and ensure timely project completion.

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has raised concerns over land acquisition delays in Kerala, which are hampering the execution of key railway projects worth ?12,350 crore. Despite the central government disbursing over ?2,100 crore for acquiring 470 hectares (Ha) of land, the state has managed to secure only 64 Ha. Key Issues and Concerns Land Acquisition Shortfall: Required: 470 Ha Acquired: 64 Ha ?2,100 crore paid to Kerala for acquisition. Project Allocations: ?3,011 crore allocated for railway projects in FY 2024-25, the highest-ever outlay for the state. Major Projects Impacted: Trivandrum-Kanyakumari line (doubling). Ernakulam-Kumbalam line (doubling). Kumbalam-Turavur line (doubling). Angamali-Sabarimala line (new project). Minister's Appeal to Kerala Government In a letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Vaishnaw highlighted the need for expedited land acquisition, requesting direct intervention and instructions to state officers to resolve the bottlenecks. The delay in land availability is slowing the implementation of projects critical for improving rail connectivity and passenger convenience in Kerala. Impact of Delays Infrastructure Development: Stalled progress on doubling lines and new routes. Potential setbacks to Kerala's railway network modernization and capacity enhancement. Financial Strain: Allocated funds remain underutilized, affecting timelines and project efficiency. Conclusion The delays in land acquisition are a significant obstacle to Kerala's railway infrastructure development. With record financial allocations and the strategic importance of projects like the Angamali-Sabarimala line, prompt action by the state government is essential to avoid further setbacks and ensure timely project completion.

Next Story
Real Estate

Vikas Jain named President of NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen

Vikas Jain, CEO of Labdhi Lifestyle, has been appointed President of NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen, succeeding Ridham Gada, who now serves as Vice-Chairman. Jain, a first-generation developer and turnaround specialist, aims to steer the youth wing of NAREDCO Maharashtra through a finance-driven and tech-enabled growth phase. Under his leadership, the association will prioritise project financing, RERA compliance, technology adoption, and future-ready leadership. “It is an honour to lead NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen. This platform empowers the next generation of real estate leaders,” Jain sai..

Next Story
Infrastructure Energy

TP Solar Crosses 4 GW Solar Output at Tamil Nadu Plant

TP Solar Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) and the manufacturing division of Tata Power, has announced a major production milestone—crossing 4 GW of solar module output at its advanced facility in Tamil Nadu.As of 31 May 2025, the plant has cumulatively manufactured 4.049 GW of solar modules and 1.441 GW of solar cells. This milestone underscores the company’s growing role in supporting India’s clean energy transition and self-reliance in renewable energy manufacturing.Looking ahead, TP Solar is targeting 3.7 GW of solar cell output and 3.7..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Aayush Art and Bullion Reports 1000 per cent Rise in FY25 Revenue

Aayush Art and Bullion Ltd (BSE: 540718), formerly AKM Creations Ltd, has announced its audited standalone financial results for H2 and the full financial year ending 31 March 2025, showcasing a sharp surge in both revenue and profitability. The company attributes this stellar performance to robust demand across its key verticals and strategic execution initiatives.For FY25, the company reported revenue of Rs 737.7 million, marking a 1,000 per cent year-on-year increase compared to Rs 73.3 million in FY24. Net profit for FY25 stood at Rs 18.1 million, a jump of 696 per cent over the Rs 2.6 mil..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?