Mananchira-Vellimadukunnu road completion by February says Minister

Minister Riyas Discusses Road Widening and Infrastructure in Kozhikode

On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Minister for Tourism and Public Works P.A. Mohammed Riyas announced that the widening of the Mananchira-Vellimadukunnu road could be completed by February 2026. He spoke to reporters in Kozhikode after reviewing the works. The road will be opened by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

Mr. Riyas stated that the road would significantly help reduce traffic congestion in Kozhikode city. He added, “Along with this, other 12 city roads would be developed as designer roads using the newly sanctioned fund.”

Regarding ongoing infrastructure projects in Kozhikode district, Mr. Riyas mentioned that the National Highway (NH) widening works are expected to finish on time. He noted, “Efforts were on to address the alleged negligence on the part of the contractors in speeding up the NH widening works in the Vadakara stretch.”

Mr. Riyas emphasized the importance of both speedy construction and safe project completion. He said, “The concerns of people regarding various incomplete works will be taken to the authorities concerned.” He also mentioned that the Cheruvannur flyover and the Koyilandy bypass could be completed on schedule.

In addition, the Minister expressed confidence in winning 110 seats in the upcoming Assembly elections. He stated that the Left Democratic Front would retain all 13 constituencies in Kozhikode district. He claimed there was no anti-government trend in Kerala.