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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.
A monthly pension of ₹2000 is distributed to over 62 lakh beneficiaries.
This rate applies to registration and related services.
All beneficiaries will receive the amount on the same date as per the schedule, said minister Balagopal.
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