Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is set to start preparatory work for the reconstruction of the Chilavannur bund road bridge, with the demolition of the existing bridge beginning soon. KMRL plans to sign a contract with Uralungal Labour Contract Cooperatives Society (ULCCS) for the construction, costing around ₹38.78 crore, once they receive final approval from the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB). The bridge, spanning a length of 180 meters, will provide public spaces for people to gather and enjoy the backwaters. It will also address the issue of waterlogging and connect water metro services from Kumbalam and Thevara to the Elamkulam metro station. The project also involves dredging in the waters and facilitating tourist vessels from Thanneermukkam bund to Elamkulam via Maradu. Additionally, it will promote water sports activities such as kayaking and pedal boats. KMRL aims to complete the project within 20 months.