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Kaniyampatta grama panchayat has ordered the parents of former panchayat president Binu Jacob to repay ₹3.76 lakh in allegedly ineligible welfare pensions with 18% interest.
Kerala's government has sanctioned ₹982.69 crore for social security and NSAP pensions in September 2026, benefiting over 6 million individuals via bank transfers and home delivery.
Kerala's government has released ₹32 crore for expatriate pensions, aiming to clear arrears before Onam, demonstrating commitment to the community.
From July 27, social security pensions will be directly credited to Aadhaar-linked accounts, ending doorstep delivery except for bedridden patients, citing fraud risks and cost inefficiencies.
Kerala sanctioned £128.59 million for June 2026 Welfare Fund Board pensions for 650,952 beneficiaries, with disbursement due June 24-July 3.
Kerala's new government faces confusion over social welfare promises, including pension increases and a new health insurance scheme. Chief Minister V D Satheesan provided few definitive answers in the assembly.
Indian political parties widely use welfare transfers, or 'Revdi', to boost demand, with S&P Global noting these stimulate local economies by increasing consumption for lower-income households.
The current government has so far disbursed a total of ₹51,534 crore in welfare pensions.
The Kerala government announced the commencement of February's social security and welfare fund pension distribution on February 25th.
The scheme will apply to women living in convents, monasteries, ashrams and other faith-based institutions.
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