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Kerala HC Halts Vizhinjam Port Construction at Pulinkudy, Govt to Study Social Impact
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🗓 01 Nov 2026, 10:01 PM
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The Kerala High Court has suspended construction of the Vizhinjam Port-linked project at Pulinkudy, citing environmental and social concerns. The state government will commission a social impact assessment before proceeding with the port expansion.
Kerala's High Court has issued an order suspending construction of the Vizhinjam Port-linked project at Pulinkudy, effective immediately.
The decision follows concerns raised by environmental groups and local residents about potential ecological damage and displacement.
The halt comes at a critical juncture as the port is slated to become a major maritime hub for the state.
In response, the state government has announced plans to commission a comprehensive social impact assessment before any further work on the port expansion proceeds.
The decision follows concerns raised by environmental groups and local residents about potential ecological damage and displacement.
The halt comes at a critical juncture as the port is slated to become a major maritime hub for the state.
In response, the state government has announced plans to commission a comprehensive social impact assessment before any further work on the port expansion proceeds.