Cochin Shipyard evictees to meet up

KOCHI: The Cochin Shipyard which has taken a proud spot on the map of Kerala is a dream come true for its people. It lauds the sacrificial nature of the people of Perumanoor who gave up their land for the great project.Giving priority to development and progress of the country, the people let go of the land belonging to their forefathers without a word of protest. The Sikhs willingly offered their only gurudwara in Kerala for the purpose. It has been 50 years since the land acquisition was done. The Fraternity of Cochin Shipyard Evictees scattered in and around the city are getting together for the golden jubilee celebrations, of the generous move, to be held on January 9. All those who were part of this eviction will get together for lunch at the Westend Hall on Kasturba Nagar Road, Panampilly Nagar at 12 noon.Union Minister of State for Food and Consumer Affairs K V Thomas will be the chief guest. CITU leader M M Lawrence will offer felicitations. Those who are part of the fraternity but are yet to get a formal invite should consider invited and attend the function, said the organisers. For more details, call at 9388605418 or 2665894.