SHRC orders NHAI to ready underpass near Edappally in two months
The Kerala State Human Rights Commission ordered the National Highways Authority of India to finish the pedestrian underpass between Marottichodu and Edappally Market on NH 66 within two months. The directive follows a suo motu case concerning the underpass’s impact on nearby foot overbridge and pedestrian pathways.
- ✓The Kerala State Human Rights Commission ordered the National Highways Authority of India to finish the pedestrian underpass between Marottichodu and Edappally Market on NH 66 within two months.
- ✓The directive follows a suo motu case concerning the underpass’s impact on nearby foot overbridge and pedestrian pathways.
- ✓Civic Domain: Categorized under governance public notices.
Kerala State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) Chairperson Alexander Thomas issued an order directing the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to complete the pedestrian underpass linking Marottichodu and Edappally Market on National Highway 66 within a two‑month period. The order was issued after the commission registered a suo motu case over reports that the construction work had rendered the existing foot overbridge and pedestrian lines largely unusable.
The SHRC’s order specifically calls for a status report from the NHAI project director and the District Police Chief, among other officials, to monitor progress. The underpass is situated near the upcoming flyover on the southern side of Edappally Junction, and the commission highlighted that the ongoing works have disrupted pedestrian movement in the area.
The commission’s intervention was prompted by a complaint lodged by Alumkal George, convener of the Edappally‑Thrikkakara NH Nadapatha Samrakshana Samithi, which cited safety concerns for commuters. The underpass is intended to provide a safe crossing for pedestrians, and its delayed completion has affected daily commuters and local businesses that rely on smooth foot traffic through the busy junction.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | GOVERNANCE |
| Jurisdiction | KL State |
| Publication Date | 11 September 2026 |