Kerala High Court Directs State to Revive Defunct Kochi Metropolitan Transport Authority within 3 months

The Kerala High Court has ordered the state government to revive the Kochi Metropolitan Transport Authority (KMTA) within three months, citing its prolonged defunct status as a failure in addressing urban mobility challenges.

Established to coordinate transport policies and integrate buses, metro, and ferries, the KMTA has been defunct since 2019.

The Court emphasised that its revival is crucial for sustainable urban planning and reducing traffic congestion in Kochi. Directions include appointing members, allocating funds, and ensuring functional autonomy.

The ruling responds to a writ petition highlighting public inconvenience due to uncoordinated transport systems.

[Adv. Richard Rajesh Kumar and Anr. v UOI and Ors.]