Experts visit Vypeen beaches for coastal protection project
The team, led by centre director M V Ramana Murthy, visited the beaches to assess feasibility of installing synthetic geotubes in the area to prevent coastal erosion and sea encroachment.
Vypeen MLA K N Unnikrishnan informed that the project is part of coastal protection project being implemented on 22 beaches across Kerala. The project is being conceived and executed by
Kerala State Coastal Area Development Corporation
(KSCADC). Three coastal areas in Ernakulam district, located in Vypeen constituency, are included in the project.
The selected locations are Puthen Kadappuram in Njarakkal grama panchayat, Veliyathan Parambu beach in Nayarambalam grama panchayat and Cherai beach in Pallipuram grama panchayat.
"Synthetic geotubes will be installed away from the shoreline. These durable tubes, made using petrochemical byproducts, will be filled with sand from the sea, enhancing their strength and reducing the impact of large waves," Unnikrishnan said.
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"Studies in the area suggest that completion of the project will increase fish resources. Additionally, accessibility to the coast at any time will significantly benefit fishing and tourism sectors," the MLA said.
The team visited the beaches along with Unnikrishnan and KSCADC managing director P I Sheikh Pareeth.
The MLA stated that state govt has allocated Rs 100 crore to prevent sea erosion in coastal areas. He also mentioned that steps, including tender processes for project implementation, will be expedited after monsoon, and construction activities will be completed within this financial year.
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