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Kollayil Panchayat is notable for implementing several eco-friendly projects.

Launched in 2022 under the aegis of the Navakerala Mission with the objective of making Kollayil a carbon-controlled panchayat.
Solar Panels: Solar panels were installed on houses under the LIFE Mission, and the use of electric stoves was promoted as an alternative to firewood stoves.
By generating solar electricity and supplying it to the KSEB (Kerala State Electricity Board), Kollayil is striving to become one of the pioneering panchayats in Kerala in clean energy generation.
Goal: Working toward achieving Carbon Neutral status by 2026.

In the statewide Pachathuruthu Awards organized by the Haritha Keralam Mission, the 'Poongavanam Pachathuruthu' (green island initiative) at the Kollayil Panchayat Homoeo Hospital secured Second Place at the District Level in the institutional category.
Miyawaki Forest: A Miyawaki forest was also established at the Govt. International ITI, Dhanuvachapuram, located within the panchayat limits.

To improve public transport in rural areas, the 'Gramavandi' bus service was launched in Kollayil Panchayat through a joint initiative between KSRTC and the Local Self-Government Department.

As part of the 'Anuyathra' project implemented by Kollayil Grama Panchayat, tree sapling planting drives and commemoration events honoring notable public personalities were conducted.

Award: Kollayil Panchayat was awarded the official trophy for the Best Panchayat in Thiruvananthapuram District in 1980–'81.
Location: Situated to the east of the Neyyar River in Neyyattinkara Taluk, this region shares a border with the neighboring state of Tamil Nadu.
Road Infrastructure: Major public works projects, including the Udiyankulangara – Malayinkada – Vadakara – Marayamuttom – Aruvippuram – Ayiroor Ring Road, pass through this panchayat.

Kollayil Grama Panchayat