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India Today
08-08-2025
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- India Today
Pinarayi Vijayam hands over 348 flats to coastal families displaced by port project
In a major step towards rehabilitating families displaced by sea erosion and the Vizhinjam International Seaport project, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has announced the handover of 348 flats under the state's Punargeham housing announcement was made by the Chief Minister through his official X account, where he stated, 'Another promise to our fisherfolk fulfilled.' He said that a total of 332 flats at Muttathara in Thiruvananthapuram and 16 flats at Unnial in Tanur, Malappuram, have been handed over to beneficiaries under the scheme. advertisement'These safe, modern homes ensure a life of dignity for coastal families relocated due to sea erosion and the Vizhinjam project,' the Chief Minister added. The Punargeham scheme, launched by the Kerala government, is specifically aimed at providing secure and sustainable housing for families who have lost their homes to coastal erosion or development projects such as the Vizhinjam newly allotted flats are fully equipped with modern amenities and designed to offer a sustainable living environment, ensuring long-term security and improved quality of life for the affected fisherfolk communities.- EndsManogna M Jagadeesh IN THIS STORY#Kerala
News18
07-08-2025
- General
- News18
Kerala CM announces handover of 348 flats to rehabilitate coastal families
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 7 (PTI) In a significant step towards rehabilitating coastal families affected by sea erosion and the Vizhinjam International Seaport project, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday announced the handover of 348 flats under the Punargeham housing initiative. The CM shared the update on his official X account, stating, 'Another promise to our fisherfolk fulfilled." 'Under the Punargeham project, 332 flats at Muttathara and 16 more at Unnial, Tanur, have been handed over. These safe, modern homes ensure a life of dignity for coastal families relocated due to sea erosion and the Vizhinjam project," he said. The Punargeham scheme, launched by the state government, aims to provide secure housing for families displaced by coastal erosion and development projects. view comments First Published: August 07, 2025, 23:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Gazette
09-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
World's largest container ship MSC IRINA arrives at Vizhinjam International Seaport
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], June 9 (ANI): The world's largest container ship, MSC IRINA, on Monday arrived at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The berthing process for the vessel has begun at the port. MSC IRINA is recognised as the world's largest container vessel by TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) capacity. Vizhinjam International Seaport, which is managed by the Adani Group, was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 2. The arrival of MSC IRINA marks a significant milestone for the newly opened port. The MSC IRINA boasts an impressive capacity of 24,346 TEUs, making it a formidable player in global shipping. With a length of 399.9 metres and a width of 61.3 metres, the vessel is approximately four times longer than a standard FIFA-designated football field. Explicitly designed to facilitate the transportation of large volumes of containers between Asia and Europe, the MSC IRINA is pivotal in enhancing trade routes and logistics efficiency. This vessel will be visiting a South Asian port, highlighting Vizhinjam's capabilities in handling Ultra-Large Container Vessels (ULCVs). The port has recently welcomed other Icon-class vessels, including MSC Turkiye and MSC Michel Cappellini, further establishing its reputation as a key hub in maritime trade. The MSC IRINA was launched in March 2023 and embarked on its maiden voyage in April of the same year. It sails under the Liberian flag and is engineered to stack containers up to 26 tiers high, offering unparalleled capacity in container stacking. Notably, the MSC IRINA surpasses its predecessor, OOCL Spain, by a margin of 150 TEUs. In alignment with contemporary environmental standards, the vessel is equipped with energy-saving features that contribute to reducing carbon emissions by up to 4 per cent, significantly lowering its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency. The docking of the MSC IRINA at Vizhinjam International Seaport not only highlights the port's strategic importance in global shipping but also represents a leap forward in sustainable maritime practices, setting a benchmark for future developments in the industry. (ANI)
New Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Early skill identification crucial, says Kerala Fin Minister K N Balagopal
KOLLAM: Finance Minister K N Balagopal emphasised the importance of anganwadis in identifying skills of children at an early age to build a strong foundation for their health and education. He made these remarks at the inauguration of a newly opened anganwadi in Ezhukone. Balagopal also highlighted upcoming developments in the region, stating that new industrial enterprises will emerge in the Kollam-Punalur area as part of the Vizhinjam project. He added that the SOHO IT park in Kottarakkara is nearing completion and several infrastructure projects are underway to boost growth in Ezhukone. The new anganwadi, number 80 in Ezhukone HS ward, was constructed with Rs 18 lakh from the local development fund. Additionally, Rs 30 crore has been allocated for the purchase of smartphones for anganwadis across the state. A sum of Rs 3 crore from the Asset Development Fund has been earmarked for constructing market, shopping, and office complexes in Ezhukone. Road renovation work is also in progress in Ezhukone, known as the cricket capital of Kollam district. The event was attended by Kottarakkara Block Panchayat President A Abhilash, District Panchayat Member Sumalal, Ezhukone Grama Panchayat President Biju Abraham and anganwadi workers.
Washington Post
26-05-2025
- General
- Washington Post
India's Kerala state on high alert as vessel with hazardous cargo sinks off its coast
NEW DELHI — India's southern state of Kerala on Monday issued a high alert along its coastal areas and asked fishermen not to venture near the site of an accident where a container ship carrying hazardous cargo sank off its coast in the Arabian Sea. The Liberia-flagged MSC ELSA 3 was sailing between the Indian ports of Vizhinjam and Kochi when it sank about 38 nautical miles off Kerala early Sunday. All 24 crew members were rescued, India's defense ministry said.
