MLA seeks immediate launch of second phase of tetrapod seawall construction in Chellanam
MLA Mohammed Shiyas has called for the immediate initiation of the second phase of the tetrapod seawall construction in Chellanam. He emphasized the need to remove obstacles hindering the project and suggested a new initiative for coastal beautification and protection. The Chellanam-Kochi Janakeeya Vedhi has intensified its protest, urging swift action before the monsoon season.
- ▪Mohammed Shiyas demanded the immediate launch of the second phase of the seawall construction.
- ▪The project is currently assigned to the Uralungal Labour Contract Co-operative Society but is delayed due to the election code of conduct.
- ▪The Chellanam-Kochi Janakeeya Vedhi has been protesting for over 2,400 days for coastal protection.
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Mohammed Shiyas, MLA, has demanded the immediate launch of the second phase of construction of the tetrapod-based seawall along the unprotected coastline of Chellanam panchayat.He was participating in a meeting held at the district collectorate on Saturday (May 30, 2026) to review the second phase of the project. Mr. Shiyas said hurdles in the way of the construction should be removed at the earliest and that the officials concerned should make the necessary interventions.“A new project should be conceived and submitted to the State government for the beautification and protection of the coastline stretching between Chellanam and Fort Kochi,” he said. District Collector G.
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