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Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 17 (PTI) The CPI(M)-led LDF government in Kerala on Wednesday cleared a new initiative aimed at drawing people closer to it, with assembly elections due next year.
The scheme, called “Chief Minister With Me” (Mukhyamantri Ennodoppam), will set up a citizen connect centre to act as a bridge between the public and the state leadership.
According to an official statement issued after the Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, the platform is designed to strengthen two-way communication, gather feedback from communities and address local problems more quickly.
The government described it as a “transparent and innovative” system that would reach across all sections of society.
It also underlined that people
are not just recipients of welfare schemes, but active partners in shaping Kerala’s future.
The government said the initiative aims to make it more open, accountable and closer to everyday life.
Under the plan, people will get easy access to information on major welfare schemes, sector-specific programmes and the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.
The government also promises faster responses to complaints and smoother delivery of services.
“Feedback from citizens will be collected and studied to improve the quality of schemes, cut delays and make officials more accountable,” it said.
The project will cover key areas that directly affect daily life — from housing and healthcare to education, infrastructure and environmental sustainability, the statement said.
People’s own suggestions will be sought and evaluated as part of these missions.
The system is meant to act as a reliable public service tool in times of crisis, ensuring quick relief and clear communication.
“The government hopes the stronger two-way communication will not only deepen citizen participation in governance but also bolster Kerala’s reputation for its model of participatory and sustainable development,” it added. PTI TGB TGB KH
