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All About Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway


17, January 2026

A New Greenfield Highway has been proposed in the South Indian State of Kerala by the National Highways Authority of India(NHAI) under the Bharatmala Project along the NH-966 to decongest the traffic and reduce the travel time from Palakkad to Kozhikode, naming it the Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway. Also get latest news and route map of Thiruvananthapuram-Angamaly Greenfield Highway, yet another highspeed greenfield corridor under Bharatmala Project in Kerala.

The land acquisition of Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Project is being commenced by the NHAI and is ongoing. The completion of the Kozhikode Palakkad Highway Project will be the shortest roadway with minimal traffic interruption and intersections from Palakkad to Kozhikode.

Come, let's have a brief discussion about the proposed Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway Project and its route map.

Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway - An Overview

The Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway is a proposed greenfield access-controlled highway in the Kerala state of India. The highway will be running a total distance of 121 km, connecting Marutharode town in Palakkad to the Ramanatukkara Junction in Kozhikode district. The Palakkad Kozhikode Highway project will be a 6-lane highway with 4 elevated highways and 2 service roads.

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Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway - Route Map

The Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway project will the connecting the major regions of Palakkad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram in Kerala. The project will be starting from NH-544 in the Marutharode region of Palakkad and ending at NH-66 of Ramanatukkara junction in Kozhikode.

Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway will be the first project in Northern Kerala to have a Trumpet Interchange that will be coming up in the Iringallur city of Kozhikode, ensuring the uninterrupted flow of vehicles. The Palakkad Kozhikode Highway will be covering around 39 regions under the regions of Palakkad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram. Vazhayur village in Malappuram will also be part of the Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway. An additional 10-meter highway in the Silent Valley National Park in Mannarkkad, Palakkad, will be constructed, which will also be part of the Greenfield Highway project.

Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway - Land Acquisition Process

The land acquisition process for the Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway is currently underway. 36 Hectors of land will be accrued alone from Kozhikode district to commence the construction of the Greenfield Project in Kerala. The Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway will be occupying approximately 568 hectares of land. The total coat of the project will be estimated to be around 8000 Crores, where 4000 Cr will be for the construction process, and the remaining 4000 Cr will be for the land acquisition process of the Palakkad Kozhikode Highway Project in Kerala.

The verification of the landholders of the accruing land has been commencing. Several camps have been conducted to commence the land document verification. The land verification process will be conducted by a special tahsildar, who has been put incharge of the land acquisition formalities. The land valuation and land survey have been completed, and the final road land acquisition process is now what is left to be done. And with some official sources, we are let to know that the land acquisition process will be completed soon.

Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway - Impact on Real Estate

The beginning of the Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway promises an outstanding transformation for the real estate landscape in Kerala. This ambitious infrastructure project is proposed to elevate connectivity, creating an express link to coveted tourist hubs like Mysore, Wayanad, Nilambur, Ooty, and Silent Valley National Park.

A surge in housing demand is anticipated, catalyzed by the newfound ease of commuting to these picturesque destinations. As tourists flock to explore these vibrant locales, the adjacent regions are set to experience a surge in commercial activities. This inflow is not just boosting tourism but also driving real estate growth. This project lays the groundwork for commercial enterprises, which, in turn, drive the demand for diverse real estate offerings, such as - hotels, resorts, or residential spaces. Increased connectivity and social infrastructure will improve the quality of life in the nearby area. As accessibility becomes more widespread, it also increases the appeal for potential homebuyers and investors. The Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway, thus, acts as a catalyst, driving the real estate sector in Kerala, restoring housing demand, and fostering a vibrant economic ecosystem along its route.

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There you go, folks. These are all you need to know about the Palakkad-Kozhikode Greenfield Highway in Kerala.

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Mahesh16, December 2024
One of the most needed hihways for connecting palakkad to Nh66. Heard there is some resistance for land acquisition. And the project is delayed due to this
y@Mahesh One of the most needed hihways for connecting palakkad to Nh66. Heard there is some resistance for land acquisition. And the project is delayed due to this
Vinod21, December 2024
Eagerly waiting for it's speedy completion
y@Vinod Eagerly waiting for it's speedy completion

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