The document lists nuclear power as one of the sources that the State should explore in adopting a “long-term strategy” for energy security
Former Finance Minister asks Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to clarify whether the document was indeed AI-generated, and whether sensitive data from the Secret Section of the Finance department was released externally and analysed using such tools
White Paper, CPI(M) State secretariat says, hints at State government retreating from welfare programmes and people-oriented development so far enjoyed by people
He says Satheesan had repeatedly claimed that the State's public debt had touched ₹6 lakh crore, despite the clarification by the then govt. But the White Paper estimates Kerala’s outstanding liabilities at ₹5.07 lakh crore, debunking Satheesan’s claim
Former Industries Minister says document deals with KSRTC, KSEB, and KWA based on its profit and loss figures, instead of viewing them as essential services.
Document calls for reform of KSEB, KSRTC and KWA, recommends merger of Kerala State Beverages Corporation and Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation (Supplyco)
The document, however, notes it will be “wasteful” to dismantle KIIFB framework which has built valuable capabilities over the years
K.N. Balagopal, who was Finance Minister in previous CPI(M)-led LDF government, tables a dissent note arguing that the document should have been drafted by State Finance department and not by an external committee
While assuming office last month, CM Vijay said his govt. would release the document, alleging that the DMK govt. left behind an empty treasury. It is likely to be out in a few days, says an official
According to a CMO statement, the committee will be headed by former Cabinet Secretary K.M. Chandrasekhar. Additional Chief Secretary (Finance) K.R. Jyothilal has been appointed as convener