Kochi metro phase II moves ahead with tender for five more stations
KOCHI: Bringing Metro connectivity closer to the Kakkanad region, Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has invited tenders for the construction of five additional stations under Phase II of the Metro’s expansion. These stations will be built along the JLN Stadium–Kakkanad corridor at Palarivattom bypass, Padamugal, Vazhakkala, Chembumukku, and Alinchuvadu. Construction of seven other stations in Phase II began last year. However, progress on these five stations had been delayed due to land acquisition hurdles. The latest tender signals a resolution, with work expected to begin soon. According to the tender document, construction of these stations must be completed within one…