Land Acquisition Delays Kochi Metro Phase II Construction Progress

Kochi Metro Rail Limited’s (KMRL) Phase II project from JLN Stadium to Kakkanad is facing delays due to extended land acquisition procedures. Revenue authorities have granted a six-month extension for the 11(1) notification, deferring the 19(1) notification for multiple station sites.

Despite this setback, preliminary works along the 11.2 km corridor and piling for the viaduct and CEZ Metro station began in September. KMRL remains committed to completing the project within 20 months, with initial preparatory activities underway from JLN Stadium to InfoPark to facilitate full-scale construction.