Decision on Paliyekkara toll revision in 3 days: Centre to Kerala High Court

The Central government informed the Kerala High Court that a decision on revising toll rates at the Paliyekkara toll plaza would be taken within three days. The case arose from petitions by commuters and stakeholders challenging toll charges, alleging excess burden and contractual irregularities. The Court monitored the matter closely, directing the Union to expedite the decision-making process. The issue involves balancing public interest in affordable transport infrastructure against contractual rights of concessionaires. The case illustrates judicial engagement in monitoring government concessions, accountability in infrastructure pricing, and protecting commuter rights under public-private partnership frameworks.