Rajapatha Development Council

Join the public call for action

Help take the Rajapatha demand to the Government

Rajapatha Development Council calls for official recognition, a joint field inspection and a time-bound Detailed Project Report for restoration of the Old Aluva–Munnar Royal Way as a parallel route to NH 85.

Support the demand for better connectivity, tribal-community access, village development and responsible tourism. This campaign seeks a clear government response based on official records, technical study and meaningful public consultation.

✓ Request a joint survey and official verification of the Royal Way.
✓ Demand a time-bound DPR and a published government decision.
✓ Place tribal welfare, village development, tourism and environmental safeguards at the centre of planning.

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History & heritage

History of Rajapatha

The representation describes the Old Aluva–Munnar Rajapatha as a historic route linking coastal trading centres with the High Ranges of the Western Ghats. Historical maps, survey plans and government records should be examined by the relevant authorities to confirm the route’s history and present legal status.

Historic trade route

Study the historic links between coastal trade and transport into the High Ranges using documentary evidence.

Survey and government records

Review historic survey plans, revenue records, PWD records and relevant government orders together.

Protect the heritage

Document surviving traces of the historic route and consider heritage and environmental safeguards in any development decision.

Progress to date

Rajapatha: Till Now

This preliminary timeline reflects records and activities referenced in the submitted representation. The current validity of each record and any subsequent action should be confirmed with the relevant authorities.

1877 — Historical agreement

The representation refers to an agreement involving the Poonjar royal family and John Daniel Munro.

2009 — PWD order

The representation cites a government order including a portion of the old road as a Major District Road. The exact scope should be verified from the official order.

2019–2025 — Records and representations

The representation lists panchayat decisions, Village Officer reports, survey/revenue records and related correspondence.

Current demand

The Council seeks a joint departmental review, a clear government position, appropriate legal steps, preparation of a DPR and a feasibility study for safe and environmentally responsible restoration.

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