Police have announced a heightened surveillance program on the airport stretch of the national highway, a corridor that has become a deadly site for motorists, especially bike riders. The decision follows a tragic car‑two‑wheeler collision on Sunday, October 11, that killed three young people.
Over the past five months, eight cyclists have lost their lives on this stretch, according to police sources. The wide, well‑lit road attracts young riders who enjoy speed rides and late‑night stunt filming. District Police Chief K.S. Sudarshan said patrols will be intensified and camera footage closely examined. He added that bikes previously caught overspeeding will be identified and disciplinary action taken.
City police reports indicate that strict surveillance has reduced overspeeding and illegal racing on municipal roads. A police officer noted that Stadium Link Road near Kaloor and a section of Chathiath Road along Queen’s Walkway, once popular racing tracks, have seen fewer incidents. In 2025, the Ernakulam Central police seized four vehicles for stunt activity on the Queen’s Walkway.
A resident remarked that while the area around the stadium has become more vibrant, motorbike noise after midnight still occurs. Police will continue to monitor the vulnerable stretches for overspeeding and driving under the influence to prevent further casualties.
