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Union Minister of State George Kurian responded to the move, calling it election-time populist tactics.
Earlier this year, ₹250 crore was earmarked for Supplyco in the state budget as part of Onam preparations.
Finance minister K N Balagopal constantly grumbles about the vindictive manner in which the BJP-led Centre goes about restricting Kerala's access to development funds.
Haritha Karma Sena will receive ₹1,250 as an Onam gift, marking a hike of ₹250 from last year’s amount of ₹1,000.
Tax benefits similar to those available under NPS have been extended to UPS.
The shift to a two-slab structure could significantly impact Kerala's financial position and welfare programs.
Balagopal also outlined the government’s track record since 2021.
KSRTC receives additional financial aid of ₹122 crore from the Kerala government to alleviate financial struggles.
Balagopal highlighted the central government's denial of similar permission during the 2018 floods in Kerala.
Before an understanding was reached, the Centre had shaved off 0.25 per cent (₹3,300 crore) of Kerala's GSDP from its borrowing limit as a punitive measure.
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