A total of 525 title deeds were distributed during the Punalur taluk-level Pattayamela on Tuesday. The distribution covered several key areas, including KIP Labour unnathi in Thenmala and Kulathupuzha panchayats, Marottithadam in Ayiranallur village, Arippa in Thinkalkarikkom village, and Neerayikkode in Edamulakkal panchayat. Deputy Speaker Chittayam Gopakumar inaugurated the event and performed the distribution at the Kulathupuzha KSRTC ground, with P.S. Supal MLA presiding over the ceremony. The Arippa region received the largest share of the distribution, with 266 title deeds granted to residents. This allocation included 47 title deeds for Scheduled Tribe (ST) beneficiaries. While 22 individuals received deeds for 20 cents of residential land and 10 cents of paddy field, three others received deeds for 10 cents of paddy field. Additionally, 170 title deeds of 12 cents each were distributed to Scheduled Caste (SC) beneficiaries, and 49 other applicants received title deeds for 10 cents of land each. The distribution included 200 title deeds for KIP Labour Unnathi, 30 for Marottithadam, 20 for Edamulakkal panchayat, and two for Arakkal panchayat. One title deed each was issued in the Alayamon and Anchal panchayats.Published - February 24, 2026 08:51 pm IST