Kannur: The Kerala government is facing criticism for allocating funds to a party programme while welfare pension services remain suspended in the state. Reports indicate that the tourism department has sanctioned Rs 50,000 for souvenir distribution at a CPI (M) local committee program. The funds were allocated in association with the inauguration of the local committee office in Mavilayi, Kannur.
It has been revealed that the government justified this allocation by citing the need for advertisements during a programme inaugurated by the Chief Minister. The souvenir was released alongside the inauguration of the local committee office in September 2023. Critics argue that the government is not hesitating to spend money on party programmes while essential services for the underprivileged, such as welfare pensions, remain stalled.
Comments