Tender for Vallakadavu bridge construction to be issued in Thiruvananthapuram soon

Public Works Department has confirmed finalization of land acquisition for Vallakadavu bridge in Thiruvananthapuram, paving the way for tendering process to start. With ₹59.20 crore set aside for construction after the latest sanction on January 8, 2026, project seeks to restore a crucial connection that has been closed since 2022.

BRIC Team

Jul 4, 2026 · 1 min read · 3 views

Tender for Vallakadavu bridge construction to be issued in Thiruvananthapuram soon

Key Takeaways

•The Vallakadavu bridge project has faced delays since efforts began in 1999, despite multiple government sanctions.
•The latest funding of ₹59.20 crore was sanctioned on January 8, 2026, for the bridge's construction.
•The original bridge was closed to traffic in 2022 due to safety concerns, leading to the use of a temporary bridge.
•The temporary bridge has caused water flow issues, clogging the canal with debris and weeds.
•The bridge is vital for access to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport and the Padmanabhaswamy Temple's Arattu processions.

Construction Progress for Key Bridge in Thiruvananthapuram

Progress on building crucial bridge in Thiruvananthapuram is expected soon as approval phase for project's report nears end. Local authority confirmed land acquisition is done,clearing way for next steps,pending nods from officials.

Project aims to restore vital crossing over significant water channel,in planning since 1999. Even with various approvals over years,it faced delays. Most recent funding greenlight came January 8, 2026, earmarking ₹59.20 crore for construction.

Major hurdle? Changing real estate values,holding back reconstruction. Original bridge, key link between urban areas and coast,closed to traffic in 2022 over safety issues. Now,a temporary structure nearby serves as stopgap.

This temporary fix brings its own problems. Space under bridge restricts water flow,causing canal to clog with debris and vegetation . Route crucial for local commuters,access to domestic terminal of Thiruvananthapuram International Airport,Beemapally Dargah Shareef, and busy Shangumughom beach. Plus, bridge is important for Arattu processions from Padmanabhaswamy Temple to Shangumughom…

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