CM lauds success of State's decentralised governance
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has commended the pivotal role of local self-government institutions in transforming Kerala into a State free from extreme poverty.
Inaugurating the Kerala Grama Panchayat Association's State general body meeting here on Thursday (June 12, 2025), he emphasised the success of decentralised governance. Local bodies across the State successfully utilised 90% of their Plan allocation in the last fiscal year. The high level of efficiency in project execution has contributed greatly to the State's progress, he pointed out.
A major goal, according to the Chief Minister, is to transform Kerala into an elderly-friendly State. As many as 138 grama panchayats have adopted steps in this direction. Such initiatives should be extended to all local bodies in the State, he said.
Mr. Vijayan also exhorted steps to collaborate with non-governmental organisations to provide palliative care services. Efforts are under way to integrate such services within local governance systems.
Addressing concerns regarding land availability for housing and development, he urged local bodies to adopt proactive measures to resolve land-related issues for those in need.
He also emphasised the State's achievement in becoming a preferred State for industrial investment. The government welcomed investments with open arms, and the changes in policies and laws have made the State more industry-friendly, a far cry from the hostile attitude that prevailed towards investors when the Left Democratic Front (LDF) had assumed office in 2016.
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