Archive · 24 May 2025
Protests Revive Over NH 66 Issues in Kerala
People are protesting about problems with the new highway in Kerala.
They are worried about water damage, blocked drains, and narrow roads.
The protesters want the government to fix these issues and make sure the roads are safe and wide enough for buses and other traffic.
The government says they have built drains and are inspecting the sites, but the protesters want them to take more action and fix the problems before the roads cause accidents and issues.
Protests have revived on the Edappally-Kodungalloor stretch of NH 66.
Protesters demand steps to prevent rainwater seepage, ensure proper drainage, and widen service roads.
Residents highlight issues with water entering buildings and inadequate gradient in drains.
The Samithi demands seven-meter-wide service roads to accommodate traffic.
Officials state drains and culverts are in place, with site inspections ongoing.
- Who
- Protesters, residents, NHAI, Irrigation department
- What
- Protests regarding NH 66 development issues
- When
- May 2025
- Where
- Edappally-Kodungalloor NH 66 stretch, Kerala
- Why
- Concerns over rainwater damage, drainage issues, and narrow service roads
Protesters' View
Government's View
Road Quality
Protesters' View
Highway construction has flaws that are leading to problems.
Government's View
The issues are already being fixed; drains and culverts are in place.
Service Road Width
Protesters' View
Service roads are too narrow.
Government's View
Drains are working as intended.
- Location
- Edappally-Kodungalloor NH 66 stretch, Kerala
- Published Date
- May 24, 2025
- Demand
- Prevent water seepage, proper drainage, widen service roads
- Highway Speed
- 90 kmph (design)
