Kadamakudy & Pizhala to Join Kochi Water Metro Network Soon

Kochi Water Metro Ltd (KWML) is preparing to launch two new terminals at Kadamakudy and Pizhala, marking a significant expansion of its water transport network and enhancing connectivity in the backwater regions of the city.

According to KWML sources, the construction of the terminals is in its final stages, with services to Kadamakudy set to begin following the launch of operations to Mattancherry and Willingdon Island, which is scheduled to occur within a month.

Currently, residents of Kadamakudy and Pizhala rely on ferries and jangars for daily commuting. In Kadamakudy, road connectivity is limited mainly to major islands such as Valiya Kadamakudy, Chennur, Kothad, and Korampadam. Recent infrastructure improvements under the Moolampilly-Chathanad road project, including the Moolampilly-Pizhala and Pizhala connectivity bridges, have enhanced access. However, the road conditions on Pizhala are still inadequate for regular vehicular traffic.

The upcoming Water Metro service between South Chittoor and Kadamakudy is expected to greatly improve mobility for residents and boost the region's appeal to tourists seeking to explore Kochi’s scenic island clusters.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.