Karnataka government gives NOC for Bairakuppa bridge connecting Wayanad and Kodagu
The bridge will become an alternative route connecting Pulpally, Sultan Bathery, Kalpetta and Kozhikode directly to Mysore and Bengaluru
The Karnataka government recently granted the No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the Bairakuppa Bridge, an interstate project that aims to connect Wayanad in Kerala with Kodagu in Karnataka. This long-awaited bridge, which has been in the works for 36 years, will link Perikkalloor in Pulpally, Wayanad with Bairakuppa in Kodagu, Karnataka.
The Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, confirmed that the project's approval was discussed and approved by the Cabinet meeting. The foundation stone for the bridge was laid 36 years ago, and the Union Ministry of Shipping, Road Transport and Highways had previously approved the proposal in principle on March 15, 2002. The bridge, which will serve as a permanent solution to travel issues for people in both states, will provide an alternative route for travelers on National Highway-766 through the Bandipur forest area, significantly reducing travel time and improving traffic conditions.
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