DDC approves special cost index proposal for Munroe Thuruthu

It was pointed out that applying a uniform cost index across the district disadvantages areas like Munroe Thuruthu, where the difficulty of transporting materials often discourages contractors from participating in tenders

The District Development Committee (DDC) has approved a proposal to introduce a special cost index for Munroe Thuruthu. The directive was issued during a meeting held in the presence of Tourism and Cultural Affairs Minister P. C. Vishnunadh, after Abraham Samuel, representing Kodikunnil Suresh MP, pointed out that applying a uniform cost index across the district disadvantages areas like Munroe Thuruthu, where the difficulty of transporting materials often discourages contractors from participating in tenders.

The DDC also directed departments concerned to immediately clear trees cut along roadsides and intensify food safety inspections across hotels and eateries in the district. The decision to clear felled trees along PWD roads came following complaints from public representatives regarding traffic disruptions caused by the debris. They also called for rigorous food safety drives similar to the recent ‘Operation Thelima’ inspections.