However, Snehil Kumar Singh, Sub Collector of Fort Kochi, who is in-charge of the demolition process, said that it will continue as scheduled. He said that the demolition process cannot be delayed in view of the time frame set by the apex court. Edifice Engineering will be responsible for the demolition of three apartment complexes that include Golden Kayaloram, H2O Holy Faith and Jains Coral Cove. The evacuation of the local residents nearby the apartments will be shifted to a safer destination before the demolition process for a maximum duration of 24 hours. A meeting of the local residents will be convened soon to create awareness on the demolition process and elaborate on the safety measures being taken by the government.

Source: The Hindu October 12, 2019 08:37 UTC