Athirappilly–Valparai road closed for repair works
The Athirappilly–Valparai road is closed for repairs following the collapse of a bridge due to heavy rain. Authorities have imposed a traffic ban between Vazhachal and Malakkappara, which is expected to last at least one week. Travelers are advised to use alternative routes as strict controls are in place to prevent vehicle movement in the affected area.
- ▪The traffic ban affects the scenic Athirappilly–Valparai interstate route.
- ▪Repair works are anticipated to take at least one week.
- ▪Vehicles are being stopped at check posts, denying entry into the forest region.
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Tourist movement along the scenic Athirappilly–Valparai interstate route has come to a standstill after authorities imposed a traffic ban between Vazhachal and Malakkappara after a bridge at Anamala collapsed in the recent heavy rain. The repair works may take at least one week, according to authorities.With the vacation season drawing to a close and a surge in visitors expected, the sudden restriction has dealt a blow to travellers planning trips through the panoramic forest stretch. Officials have enforced strict controls, temporarily prohibiting all vehicle movement along the stretch between Vazhachal and Malakkappara.Vehicles arriving from the Tamil Nadu side, including Pollachi and Valparai, are being stopped at the Malakkappara check post, denying entry into the forest region.
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