Smart City Thiruvananthapuram Road Projects to be Completed by August 31
The state government of Thiruvananthapuram has set a strict deadline for the Smart City Thiruvananthapuram (SCTL) to complete all ongoing smart city road projects in the capital. The ultimatum requires that the projects be finished by August 31, despite facing challenges such as intermittent rains and a shortage of labourers.
Deadline Extension and Determination
Previously, the deadline for the completion of these road projects was extended to June 30, 2024. However, due to further delays caused by rain, the government has demanded that the projects be finalized by August 31, 2024. This move showcases the state government’s determination to ensure timely completion.
Confidence in Meeting the Revised Deadline
An official from SCTL has expressed confidence in meeting the new deadline, noting that a substantial amount of the work is already nearing completion. Despite the setback caused by the rain and a shortage of labourers, efforts are being made to compensate for the lost time. The pace of work has been increased, and operations are expected to be at full capacity by August 15.
Project Progress so far
Among the key projects, the Althara-Chenthitta stretch is progressing rapidly and is expected to be the first completed road under the smart city initiative. Similarly, the Killipalam-Attakulangara stretch has also made significant progress, with the main drainage work already completed. The bitumen laying process is scheduled to start this week.
Bold Steps in Utilizing Funds
The official highlighted that 80 percent of the allocated funding for Thiruvananthapuram’s smart city projects has already been utilized. This impressive utilization rate has garnered positive attention from the central government, as several other states have utilized less than 50 percent of their allocated funds.
Remaining Work and Future Plans
While progress has been made on certain stretches, important roads such as Thycaud-Model School Junction, Vanchiyoor-General Hospital Junction Road, Upidamoodu-Overbridge Road, and Forest Office-Bakery Junction Road still require substantial work. The timelines for completing these specific road projects were not mentioned in the information provided.
Beautification Efforts and Removal of Electric Posts
As part of the project completion process, the installation of streetlights and beautification efforts are anticipated to begin by August 15. Simultaneously, the final layer of tarring is scheduled to start on August 25. During this tarring process, electric posts and overhead cables will also be removed, ensuring a seamless and aesthetic road design.
In conclusion, despite the challenges faced, including intermittent rains and a shortage of labourers, Smart City Thiruvananthapuram SCTL is determined to meet the state government’s deadline of completing all ongoing smart city road projects by August 31. With increased efforts and utilization of funds, the majority of the work is nearing completion. It is expected that the aforementioned deadline will be met, paving the way for an improved city infrastructure and enhanced connectivity in Thiruvananthapuram.
