Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Kerala Begins Land Acquisition for Angamaly-Sabarimala Rail Line
The Angamaly-Sabarimala railway line project in Kerala is moving forward with the government starting to acquire land.
This project, which was approved a long time ago, will make it easier for people to travel to the Sabarimala pilgrimage site.
The government has set aside a lot of money for it, but there have been delays because some people don't want to give up their land.
The railway line will be 111 kilometers long and will have 14 stations.
The government and the railway authorities want to finish the project, but some local people are worried about losing their land and the impact on the environment.
Kerala government has begun land acquisition for the Angamaly-Sabarimala railway line project.
The project aims to improve connectivity to the Sabarimala pilgrimage route and strengthen rail infrastructure.
The Ministry of Railways has allocated Rs 505 crore for the project in FY 2026-27.
The 111-km-long railway line will have 14 stations, including Angamaly, Kalady, Perumbavoor, and Erumeli.
Land acquisition has faced delays due to protests, court cases, and inadequate support from the Kerala government.
- Who
- Kerala government, Ministry of Railways, local protesters and landowners
- What
- Land acquisition for the Angamaly-Sabarimala railway line project
- When
- Land acquisition proceedings initiated recently; project approved in 1997-98
- Where
- Kerala, India
- Why
- To improve connectivity to the Sabarimala pilgrimage route and strengthen rail infrastructure
Government and Railway Authorities
Local Protesters and Landowners
Land Acquisition
Government and Railway Authorities
The government and railway authorities are pushing for land acquisition to proceed with the project, citing its benefits for connectivity and infrastructure.
Local Protesters and Landowners
Local protesters and landowners oppose the land acquisition due to concerns over displacement and environmental impact.
Project Cost Sharing
Government and Railway Authorities
The Ministry of Railways has requested the Kerala government to provide unconditional consent and share 50% of the project cost.
Local Protesters and Landowners
The Kerala government has given conditional consent and may have reservations about the financial burden and project alignment.
- Project Length
- 111 km
- Estimated Cost
- Rs 3,801 crore
- Funding Allocated
- Rs 505 crore for FY 2026-27
- Land Required
- 302 hectares
- Land Acquired
- 25 hectares
- Land Remaining
- 279 hectares
- Number of Stations
- 14
- Key Stations
- Angamaly, Kalady, Perumbavoor, Erumeli