Technocrat Sreedharan and Keralam CM Satheesan discuss key connectivity projects

Technocrat E. Sreedharan meets Keralam Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan at the Chief Minister’s Office here on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Technocrat E. Sreedharan met Keralam Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan here on Tuesday (September 8, 2026) for discussions on major connectivity and development projects in the State.Although no official statement was released, the meeting focussed on the high-speed rail project connecting Thiruvananthapuram with Kannur, which was earlier proposed by Mr. SreedharanMr. Satheesan later termed the discussions fruitful. In a social media post on Tuesday, he said, “Met with Dr. E. Sreedharan today. Held fruitful discussions on advancing key connectivity and State development projects to ensure sustainable, long-term growth.”Sources in the State government said the meeting was a follow-up to previous meetings held in connection with the high-speed rail project in the State.Earlier, an expert committee appointed by the Kerala government had found the high-speed rail proposal submitted by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to be “incomplete” while suggesting a detailed examination of the technical, financial and environmental feasibility of the project.Although the Chief Minister made no commitments at the meeting, the State is likely to drag its feet on the project, given Keralam's precarious financial situation and concerns about the project's economic and environmental feasibility. However, the State has not completely shelved the project suggested by Mr. Sreedharan. Published - September 08, 2026 08:35 pm IST