Kochi-Theni greenfield highway project put on hold
The National Highways Authority of India has paused the Kochi-Theni greenfield highway project due to technical and financial feasibility concerns. Instead, the agency is focusing on redeveloping the existing NH 85 corridor with an additional ₹160 crore investment.
Why it matters
Infrastructure delays impact regional connectivity and economic development in Kerala, affecting both commuters and local logistics.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has put on hold the 45-m-wide greenfield highway corridor project linking Kochi and Theni.
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