Uncertainty over tunnel road fuels push for Vilangad-Mananthavady route
Following a debris slip near the Kalladi entrance on July 7, 2026, work on the Anakkampoyil‑Kalladi‑Meppadi twin‑tube tunnel road has been suspended, creating uncertainty about its completion. Consequently, officials and local stakeholders are intensifying calls for an alternative Vilangad‑Mananthavady corridor to improve connectivity in the region. The renewed demand reflects concerns that delays could affect regional development and tourism, prompting authorities to reassess transport priorities.