CM convenes meet on Marine Drive extension
The Hindu
Waterfront development of over 9 km planned to rejuvenate city’s commercial, residential hubs
The Marine Drive in Kochi will be extended and developed up to Vaduthala if the State Government has its way.
“The identified project area starts from Marine Drive and Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary in the southern part to Cheranalloor grama panchayat in the north, including Vaduthala, Pachalam area and the Mulavukad island on the eastern side across the backwaters,” according to a proposal under the consideration of the government.
“The proposed development of the Marine Drive would be in the form of a looped waterfront development along Queensway-Pachalam-Vaduthala-Mulavukkad stretch with a total length of 9.1 km. This would include a bridge as well for circular connectivity,” reads the project proposal.

The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.












