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Vizhinjam residents demand a permanent solution as monsoon flooding submerges a vital road. Despite unfulfilled official promises, the councillor pledges a scientifically engineered drainage project to resolve the recurring crisis.
Kerala authorities haven't approved Adani's plan to transfer a 49% stake in Vizhinjam Port to MSC, awaiting legal review, after the group informed the government post-agreement.
Unfilled trenches and a collapsed road shoulder on Kerala's Kottukkal roads create accident hazards and severe traffic congestion, especially for two-wheelers at night.
Vizhinjam harbour's fishing season ends this month, with exceptional 'kanava' yields boosting exports and attracting visitors.
Heavy rains caused a mudslide at Vizhinjam Port's truck terminal, flooding a service road, contaminating wells, and prompting resident protests.
Pinarayi Vijayan disputes V.D. Satheesan's claims on Vizhinjam port connectivity, asserting the LDF government completed its development and accusing the UDF of political opportunism.
Kerala will investigate examination irregularities, including KAS recruitment, to protect PSC credibility. The government also formed a committee to assess Adani's port stake transfer request.
Kerala's political controversy over a US$1.5 billion shipping investment stems from ideological unease with private capital rather than factual concerns, as the state retains control and benefits from increased project valuation.
CPM state secretary M V Govindan alleged attempts to privatise Vizhinjam port, claiming any share transfer over 25% needs Kerala government approval, and accused Adani of violating the agreement by approaching SEBI without consent.
Adani's proposed 49% sale of Vizhinjam Port to MSC faces Kerala government and opposition scrutiny over transparency, monopoly concerns, and national security, requiring state approval.
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