Edappally-Aroor bypass cries for upkeep
Motorists and residents are demanding urgent maintenance for the Edappally-Aroor NH 66 bypass in Kerala due to severe potholes, flooding, and traffic congestion. Critics argue that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is failing to reinvest toll revenue into necessary infrastructure upgrades and safety improvements.
Why it matters
The poor condition of this critical transport corridor highlights systemic issues in infrastructure management and public safety on one of Kerala's busiest highways.
The poor upkeep of the 16-km-long Edappally-Aroor NH 66 bypass and the subsequent worsening of traffic snarls and accidents on the corridor have led motorists and others to demand that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), which collects hefty tolls from motorists using Kerala’s busiest National Highway corridor, live up to expectations.
The article reports on public grievances and infrastructure failures without taking a political stance, focusing on civic issues.
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