K. Jayakumar Reflects on Service, Kerala Tourism and Values

K. Jayakumar was an important government officer in Kerala.

He says his first posting taught him that a job title does not make someone better than ordinary people.

He believes government officers should be honest, humble and fair.

They should follow professional rules instead of simply doing whatever a politician asks.

He also says officers must handle protests carefully and use force only when absolutely necessary.

Jayakumar helped Kerala promote itself as a major tourist destination using the slogan “God’s Own Country.”

He thinks technology and AI can help government but should not replace human judgment.

He tells young people to join the civil services because they want to help people, not because they want fame or power.