Tripunithura Residents to Hold Public Conference Over Development Stagnation
In a significant move against what they term as systematic neglect, the Tripunithura Rajanagari Union of Residents Association (TRURA) has announced a public conference to highlight long-pending infrastructure and civic issues plaguing the region. The event is scheduled to take place near Statue Junction at 4 PM on Saturday, bringing together local residents who have grown weary of unfulfilled promises and developmental delays.
Systematic Neglect Despite Repeated Assurances
TRURA convener V C Jayendran expressed deep frustration over the stagnation of crucial projects that are vital for the town's mobility and economic activity. "Tripunithura has been witnessing systematic neglect despite repeated assurances from authorities," Jayendran stated. "Several projects that are crucial for the town's mobility and economic activity have remained on paper for years. The public conference is meant to send a strong message that locals will no longer accept indefinite delays."
Key Infrastructure Demands
The residents' association has outlined several critical infrastructure demands that they believe are essential for the region's development:
- Development of the SN Junction-Poothotta Road with Metro connectivity and establishment of a proper bus terminal
- Widening of Milma-Hill Palace Road into a four-lane stretch
- Improvement of major roads including Mamala Bund Road, Irumpanam Bridge, Kaniyampuzha Road and Seaport–Airport Road
- Conversion of Irumpanam-Infopark Road into a four-lane corridor with extension from Karingachira to Puthiyakavu
- Urgent upgradation of Karingachira-Thiruvankulam Road
"These roads are critical not just for residents of Tripunithura, but for regional connectivity and daily commuters," emphasized Jayendran, highlighting the broader impact of these infrastructure deficiencies.
Transportation and Public Facility Concerns
Beyond road infrastructure, TRURA has raised concerns about transportation facilities and public amenities. The association has demanded that more long-distance trains be allowed to stop at Tripunithura railway station and that the station be developed into a coaching terminal to better serve the community's transportation needs.
Jayendran also pointed to what he described as poor planning and governance, noting that "public money was spent on malls and shopping complexes that remain locked, while facilities like Thanneerchal Park continue to deteriorate." This contrast between underutilized commercial spaces and deteriorating public facilities has become a focal point of residents' discontent.
A Growing Movement for Change
The upcoming public conference represents a growing movement among Tripunithura residents who feel their concerns have been consistently overlooked. By organizing this gathering, TRURA aims to create a unified voice that authorities cannot ignore, bringing together community members who share common frustrations about the region's developmental stagnation.
The association's comprehensive list of demands reflects both immediate practical needs and long-term strategic planning requirements for Tripunithura's growth. As the conference approaches, residents hope their collective action will finally spur meaningful progress on projects that have been delayed for years, potentially transforming the quality of life and economic prospects in their community.
