Kozhikode’s economic base shrinking

Kozhikode | Thursday | 19th April, 2018

Summary:

| Photo Credit: K_RAGESHmore-inThe economic base of Kozhikode district is shrinking fast even as urbanisation is spreading to the interiors, the district spatial plan shows. Local economic development should be enhanced and ensured with equal focus on social development and achieving smart governance, he said. In fact, the district spatial plan has suggested numerous strategies for economic growth through optimum utilisation of resources. A strong transportation network integrating road, rail and waterway is required to boost economic development. Kozhikode is the third most urbanised district in the State, but it is the fastest growing urban district as well..