State Higher Education Minister Roji M. John laid out government's push to boost infrastructure in Ernakulam,stressing urgency of key projects. At Ernakulam Press Club,he said UDF administration will prioritize district's development needs and speed up essential initiatives .
Top of list: Kochi Metro extension . Phase II is on,connecting JLN Stadium to Infopark. And there's more. Phase III planning in works to reach Angamaly. John is confident government aims to finish this within current term.
John slammed previous LDF government for stalling GIFT City project in Kochi. Six years,not a move. Despite Union nod,LDF couldn't secure land. “UDF will initiate new steps to get approvals from Centre and push project forward,” he said,noting GIFT City's potential to boost economy like Infopark.
The Minister also tackled long-delayed Angamaly-Kundannoor Bypass project,calling it crucial for easing traffic in district. Early steps underway. Plans to expand bypass into eight lanes being explored . It's seen as critical for upgrading area's transport infrastructure...
