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Kochi Corporation eyes projects worth Rs 148 crore

The seminar was inaugurated by K.V. Thomas, MP. Mayor Soumini Jain.

KOCHI: The Kochi Corporation has proposed projects worth Rs. 148.38 crore for the 2019 – 2020 financial year. During a development seminar organised here on Friday, the civic body presented the rough draft of development projects for discussions.

The projects in 20 different sectors will be carried out during the 2019 – 2020 fiscal using annual Plan funds and funds from other agencies including Central and State government agencies.

The seminar was inaugurated by K.V. Thomas, MP. Mayor Soumini Jain.

Unlike previous years, the Corporation has given prominence to rebuild Kerala projects in the post-flood scenario.

In the draft proposal, prepared after discussing at ward sabhas and working groups, the civic body has given priority to projects in biodiversity management, climate change, environment conservation and disaster management.

( Source : Deccan Chronicle. )
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