Kochi : The memorandum of understanding for the comprehensive coastal protection project being implemented to prevent severe coastal erosion at Puthuvype and to ensure the safety of the Kochi LPG import terminal has been signed.
The agreement was signed in the presence of fisheries minister V E Abdul Gafoor, Ernakulam MP Hibi Eden, and Vypeen MLA Tony Chammany. The agreement was signed jointly by Cochin Port Authority, Kerala State Coastal Area Development Corporation Ltd (KSCADC), and Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL).
This project, which is expected to cost approximately Rs 41.07 crore, will be completed using IOCL’s capital fund. As part of the project, a total of 21 groynes are being constructed over approximately 3km in the Puthuvype coastal zone. The aim is to complete the construction within 12 months after the contractor is selected.
This project will be a great relief to the residents of the Puthuvype coast, who face a major threat due to sea surges and coastal erosion. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kochi | Silver Rate in Kochi | Bank Holidays in Kochi | Public Holidays in Kochi Stay updated with the latest Kochi news. The project was formulated based on the technical study and estimate prepared by the ocean engineering department of Chennai IIT. KSCADC, the implementing agency of the project, carries out the tender procedures, the supervision of the construction activities, and the quality inspection. In addition, a monitoring committee including representatives of Cochin Port Authority, KSCADC, IOCL and Chennai IIT will be formed to evaluate the progress of the project. Of these, seven groynes will be constructed directly by IOCL. Special granite will also be stockpiled to immediately repair the damage caused to the coast by natural disasters. Download the TOI App.