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Commuters faced hours-long waits in Elamkunnapuzha on Monday after the Vypin-Fort Kochi ferry service dropped to one vessel due to a breakdown, while commissioning of the new 'Sethusagar-3' remains delayed.
Unchecked traffic violations, school crowds, and buses bypassing stops at Moonniyur's Alinchuvadu Angadi junction create severe commuter congestion, prompting local collective Souhrudavedi to demand police deployment and strict official action.
The Kerala Road Fund Board missed its October 31 deadline to renovate the Ottapalam–Cherpulassery road, blaming water authority delays. Prolonged construction has caused severe hardship for commuters, with residents alleging only piecemeal surfacing.
Kannur Police launched the 'Safe Auto' initiative to enhance commuter safety by issuing ID badges to autorickshaw drivers, providing professional conduct training, and establishing helpline '112' for reporting passenger grievances.
Drivers also complain that to make way for passing vehicles, they are often forced to swerve directly into the tall grass - a situation ripe for accidents.
Passengers stranded at Guruvayur were forced off the Chennai Egmore Express and locked out until shortly before departure. Authorities cited security and battery concerns, prompting a formal complaint from frustrated commuters.
Tenders are yet to be floated for lengthening the platforms at Ottakkal, Kazhuthurutti, and Edappalayam stations.
Kerala is deploying high-tech smart bus shelters across the state via a public-private partnership model, beginning in Edappal, to modernize public transport infrastructure and enhance the daily commuter experience through integrated technology.
Restoration work has begun on the vital Champakulam bridge approach road following severe deterioration and accidents, with complete traffic restrictions in place until the 31st of this month.
Unannounced excavation of service roads in Kanjikode for a new flyover caused severe traffic gridlocks and cut off residential access, leaving exasperated locals facing prolonged disruptions, water shortages, and unresponsive authorities.
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