Minister Launches 128-Unit Karimadom Colony as Thiruvananthapuram Pushes Forward with Ambitious Affordable Housing Mission

The Thiruvananthapuram City Corporation has officially inaugurated a new phase of its comprehensive housing initiative, with authorities revealing that 128 newly constructed flats at Karimadom Colony have been handed over to homeless residents on September 2, 2025.

High-Profile Launch Marks Milestone Achievement

Minister V. Sivankutty formally opened the Karimadom Colony Housing Complex during a ceremony presided over by Mayor Arya Rajendran, officials confirmed. The corporation disclosed that this inaugural phase represents an investment of approximately ₹27 crore as part of a broader target to deliver 200 homes in the Karimadom area.

City Corporation Reports Extensive Housing Delivery Record

Municipal authorities have highlighted their substantial housing delivery achievements across multiple locations, revealing impressive completion figures. The civic body has successfully delivered 318 flats at Kalladimukham, 115 houses at Kannammoola Bund Colony, and 22 flats at Rajajinagar, sources indicated.

Officials further noted that 432 flats in a previous Karimadom phase, 542 homes at Mathippuram, and over 12,380 units under the LIFE project have been completed. This extensive delivery record demonstrates how affordable housing initiatives nationwide are gaining significant momentum.

Additional Construction Phase Nears Completion

Authorities have confirmed that construction of 700 additional homes across Mathippuram, Vallakkadavu, and Poonkulam locations is approaching final stages. The Local Self Government (LSG) department has granted approval for 105 more units, with construction scheduled to commence within a month at an estimated cost of ₹21 lakh per unit.

Officials projected that these homes will be completed within a year, further advancing the BSUP (Basic Services for Urban Poor) rehabilitation plan that has been operational since 2008. This development aligns with broader trends where government housing schemes across India are expanding their reach to serve low-income families.

Comprehensive Housing Progress Overview

BSUP Initiative Scales Up for Greater Impact

The ongoing housing projects under the Basic Services for Urban Poor program are now expanding their scope for enhanced impact, authorities emphasized. The inauguration of 128 flats at Karimadom Colony represents another significant milestone, while upcoming units promise to strengthen the city's commitment to providing stable, affordable housing to vulnerable residents.

This development reflects the broader momentum in India's real estate sector, where both private and public initiatives are contributing to addressing housing needs across different income segments.