The Latest Breaking News from NATPAC

Accidents on NH bypass sends alarm bells ringing; clamour for dedicated bus bays grows louder

Demand for safety measures on congested NH 66 bypass after fatal accidents; experts urge NHAI to relocate bus stops.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Death of another two-wheeler rider at Elamkulam sets alarm bells ringing

Recent death at dangerous curve in Kochi prompts calls for safety measures to prevent further accidents.

The Hindu · Mar 9, 2024

NHAI mulls vehicle underpasses at Edappally Junction to solve traffic snarls

NHAI plans VUPs at Edappally Junction to ease NH 66 traffic gridlocks, with focus on safety and efficiency.

The Hindu · Mar 5, 2024

Decision on integrated bus terminal at Karikamury likely by year-end

VMHS to ink MoU with KSRTC, CSML offering ₹12 crore for the first phase of the project. Reports from NATPAC, CWRDM to be submitted soon. Funds likely to be sourced from KIIFB or VMHS. Commercial complex in 4.50 acres to be built in PPP mode. Delays due to archaic procedures,…

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023

Residents’ body to resume agitation demanding city entry of Goshree buses

FRAG to resume agitation over non-committal Transport dept. on city entry of private buses from Goshree Isl. Meetings, poster campaigns, display boards to apprise islanders of govt. assurances. No results from meetings with Transport Minister, people forced to buy vehicles. Each family would have saved ₹1.50 lakh if buses were…

The Hindu · Nov 11, 2023

Uncertainty prevails over Edappally-Aroor elevated highway

Uncertainty looms over Edappally-Aroor elevated highway on NH 66 Bypass due to Centre yet to reinstate it in Bharatamala project. Delay in State govt taking call on GST/royalty waiver and 25% land acquisition cost may further delay the busiest NH stretch in Kerala. NHAI to include stretch in Bharatamala once…

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

NHAI urged to complete preparatory works prior to barricading Edappally-Aroor NH 66 Bypass for elevated highway project

Motorists urge NHAI to take precautions for Edappally-Aroor NH Bypass construction. Widening bell-mouths, black-topping, relocating utilities, removing encroachments, and proactive measures to ensure safe movement of vehicles & pedestrians are needed. NATPAC's expertise should be used.

The Hindu · Nov 5, 2023

Free-left turns are not really free in Kochi

TRC to address traffic snarls due to narrow/non-existent/encroached free-left turns at junctions in November. Road users, enforcement personnel complain of PWD, NHAI, civic agencies failing to ensure free left turns. Traffic police cabins, footpaths, haphazard parking obstructing free left turns. NATPAC, SiRST, MVD, police must ensure wide free left turns,…

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Vyttila Junction redevelopment hanging fire

Vyttila Junction's redevelopment hangs fire despite PWD building a six-lane flyover. One lakh passenger car units cross the junction daily. KRFB yet to be entrusted with task. NATPAC suggested road parallel to backwaters. Clover-leaf flyover suggested. PWD must acquire land for smooth flow. NHAI preparing detailed project report for elevated…

The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023

NATPAC report on decongesting Seaport-Airport Road by September-end

NATPAC to submit study report to decongest Olimugal-Collectorate Junction corridor on Seaport-Airport Road. Survey conducted by NATPAC, PWD not widening Bharat Matha College-Irumpanam stretch.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023