Travel with caution: under-construction NH 66 in Keralam turns into a death trap
Eight engineering students died in a crash on the under‑construction stretch of National Highway 66 near Kaipamangalam, Thrissur, after a vehicle lost control. Authorities noted missing warning signs at diversion points, illegal parking and excessive speed as contributing factors, describing the site as a hazardous “death trap.” The incident has raised safety concerns for the ongoing road work.