388 cells on 2 floors, this cemetery beats the space crunch in Vallakkunnu
A church in Vallakkunnu, Thrissur, Kerala, has built a unique two-storey cemetery with 388 burial cells to overcome land scarcity and legal restrictions. This innovative structure, reportedly unique in the state, allows mourners to participate in ceremonies regardless of weather and makes efficient use of a one-acre plot.
Why it matters
This article highlights an innovative solution to the common urban problem of land scarcity for burial sites, particularly relevant in densely populated areas. It showcases how communities adapt to modern challenges while respecting cultural and religious practices.
For 18 years, the parishioners of St. Alphonsa’s Church at Vallakkunnu, near Irinjalakuda, in Thrissur longed for a cemetery of their own. When the dream became finally a reality, it went beyond their expectations as the structure stood out of the traditional layout of a burial site.
Factual reporting on a community project without taking a stance or presenting a political agenda.
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