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Satheesan Calls for Comprehensive New Kerala Development Model

Satheesan Calls for Comprehensive New Kerala Development Model
Satheesan calls for comprehensive transformation of Keralam, better use of existing infrastructure · theprint.in

V.D. Satheesan said Kerala needs a new plan for development.

He said the state already has many useful buildings and public services.

The challenge is to use them better.

He wants improvements in schools, healthcare, tourism, sports and public welfare.

He also wants more opportunities for young people.

Older people should receive better care, and women’s safety should be strengthened.

He proposed a festival to show Kerala’s culture and business opportunities across India and later abroad.

The speech was delivered at a lecture organized by Federal Bank.

Key facts

Event
18th K.P. Hormis Memorial Lecture
Theme
“Reimagining Kerala”
Host
Federal Bank
Development priorities
Education, healthcare, tourism, sports, public welfare, elderly care and women’s safety
Proposed initiative
“Festival Kerala,” initially in Indian locations and later internationally
Festival focus
Kerala’s heritage, art, culture, traditions, entrepreneurs, investment opportunities, tourism and talent
Attendance
More than 1,500 people, according to one report

Quotes

V.D. Satheesan

Kerala Chief Minister and speaker at the K.P. Hormis Memorial Lecture

“Kerala already has infrastructure and social amenities comparable to several Western countries”
thehansindia.com

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