Minister Riyaz clarifies: Kadakampally was not criticized in capital's road development Controversy

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Minister Mohammad Riyaz stated that former minister Kadakampally Surendran wasn't the one criticized in the road controversy. Time will prove if firing the contractor was the right move, and the government took a strong stand against the contractor's actions.

The minister inaugurated the Mudavan Mugal Bridge construction, emphasizing completion by March 31. He hinted at criticism from those affected by the contractor's dismissal, causing delays. The Public Works Department handles 63 road projects causing traffic issues during renovations. Kadakampally Surendran, who previously criticized road development, clarified the minister's comments weren't about him during an opposition debate. Despite difficulties, the government aims to complete the capital's roadwork

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