Highway Collapse Sparks Outcry and Investigation in Kerala
The collapse of National Highway 66 in Kerala's Malappuram district has prompted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to promise an investigation. The incident led to protests by the Youth Congress and criticism of the state government's handling of highway construction. Poor construction is blamed for the recurring incidents.
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Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has assured a comprehensive investigation into the collapse of a section of National Highway 66 at Kooriyad in Malappuram district. The assurance came after MP E T Muhammed Basheer highlighted the issue in New Delhi.
The collapse, which damaged vehicles and disrupted traffic, has drawn widespread criticism, prompting a protest march by the Youth Congress. Clashes erupted between police and protesters during the demonstration.
The opposition blames inadequate construction standards for the recurring incidents. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan described the collapse as ''unfortunate'' and pledged to discuss the issue with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
(With inputs from agencies.)
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