Kerala Governor’s policy address in Assembly envisions ‘Puthuyuga Keralam’ with emphasis on people-centric, clean governance
Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar delivered a policy address to the Kerala Legislative Assembly, outlining a vision for 'Puthuyuga Keralam' focused on clean governance. The address highlighted various initiatives including welfare pensions, menstrual leave for students, and a crackdown on drug networks. It also emphasized the need for fiscal recovery strategies and environmental sustainability in the state's development plans.
- ▪The policy address emphasized people-centric, transparent, and clean governance.
- ▪Key initiatives include a hike in welfare pensions and a three-day monthly menstrual leave for school students.
- ▪The Governor proposed a 'zero-tolerance approach' towards drug networks and outlined plans for sustainable water management.
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Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar’s policy address to the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly on Friday (May 29, 2026) envisioned the creation of a ‘Puthuyuga Keralam,’ built on people-centric, transparent and clean governance. Mr. Arlekar’s address, which lasted for a little over an hour, promised administrative efficiency, fiscal accountability and a “responsible financial recovery strategy” for the State.Kerala Assembly session highlights - May 29, 2026Primarily, the policy speech sought to expand on the poll promises of the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), particularly the Indira Guarantees and the ‘Dream Projects’ aimed at transforming Kerala into a port-led hub and a civil aviation hub.
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