Kerala approves 32 infrastructure projects worth Rs 743.37 crore
ECONOMY & POLICY

Kerala approves 32 infrastructure projects worth Rs 743.37 crore

Kerala is set to receive a major boost in its infrastructure with the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) approving 32 infrastructure projects worth a total of Rs 743.37 crore. These projects span several critical sectors, including healthcare, education, transport, and urban development, and will significantly enhance the state's infrastructure and quality of life.

Among the major projects approved are the construction of a new district hospital, a digital science park, and a carbon-neutral park in Wayanad. The hospital is expected to offer advanced medical services, while the digital science park will create a hub for technological innovation. Other projects include the expansion of Technopark in Thiruvananthapuram, the development of a smart city in Kochi, and efforts to address human-wildlife conflict through protective measures.

The KIIFB has already funded over 1,000 projects across Kerala, contributing to the state's comprehensive development agenda. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has lauded the role of KIIFB in driving forward the state’s development agenda and has highlighted the importance of these infrastructure projects in boosting the state’s economy and improving the lives of its residents.

Kerala is set to receive a major boost in its infrastructure with the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) approving 32 infrastructure projects worth a total of Rs 743.37 crore. These projects span several critical sectors, including healthcare, education, transport, and urban development, and will significantly enhance the state's infrastructure and quality of life. Among the major projects approved are the construction of a new district hospital, a digital science park, and a carbon-neutral park in Wayanad. The hospital is expected to offer advanced medical services, while the digital science park will create a hub for technological innovation. Other projects include the expansion of Technopark in Thiruvananthapuram, the development of a smart city in Kochi, and efforts to address human-wildlife conflict through protective measures. The KIIFB has already funded over 1,000 projects across Kerala, contributing to the state's comprehensive development agenda. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has lauded the role of KIIFB in driving forward the state’s development agenda and has highlighted the importance of these infrastructure projects in boosting the state’s economy and improving the lives of its residents.

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

IICA & CMAI Ink MoU to Boost India's Carbon Markets & Decarbonisation

In a major step toward strengthening India’s carbon markets and advancing decarbonisation efforts, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and the Carbon Market Association of India (CMAI) formalized their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi. The agreement was announced during the IICA-CMAI Masterclass on Global & Indian Carbon Markets, held as part of India Climate Week. The event was attended by key government officials, including the Union Minister for Road, Transport & Highways, who emphasized the importance of biofuels and green hydrogen in sh..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Kavach Installation on Mumbai-Delhi-Kolkata Route Extended to Dec ’25

The Railway Board has extended the deadline for the installation of the Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, Kavach, on the Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Kolkata routes from March to December 2025. According to the revised railway budget estimates for 2025-26, track-side equipment for Kavach Version 4.0 will be installed across the 3,000 km stretch by the end of 2025, with work progressing on the remaining sections. Indian Railways adopted Kavach as the national ATP system in 2020, with the latest specification for Version 4.0 approved in July 2024. The project includes the installation of Kava..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

CRS Inspects Newly Doubled Nawada-Tilaiya Rail Section in ECR

The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Eastern Circle, Kolkata, Suvomoy Mitra conducted an inspection of the newly doubled Nawada-Tilaiya section under the Kiul-Gaya doubling project in Danapur Division. The inspection included a thorough assessment of the newly constructed double line and bridges in the section. As part of the evaluation, a speed trial was successfully carried out at 120 km/h using a special train between Nawada and Tilaiya. The inspection was attended by the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Danapur Division, Jayant Kumar Choudhary, along with senior officials from the..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?