Pala-Ponkunnam Road becomes accident hotspot; locals express concern ahead of Sabarimala pilgrimage season

The Pala-Ponkunnam road, part of the Punalur-Muvattupuzha Highway, is reportedly becoming an accident hotspot. Locals note that over fifty lives are lost here annually due to various accidents. Residents are demanding that authorities immediately install rumble strips, signal lights, and warning boards at dangerous curves and major junctions.