The Kochi Metro’s 1.5 km extension project from Pettah to S N Junction has received a major boost as the land acquisition process to widen corridor and build two stations will be completed by 31 May 2019. The project is being undertaken by Kochi Metro Rail (KMRL). A total of 2.75 acre have to be acquired for preparatory work to widen the road to four-lane and two acre will be required for constructing stations at Vadakkekotta and S N Junction. The total extent of land required is located in 182 land parcels. The entire work, including the bridge, viaduct, and stations, is expected to be completed by May 2021. The contract worth Rs 3.06 crore was awarded in June 2018.