STATE LEVEL ASSESSMENT

Youth unemployment (age 15–29) in Kerala stands at 29.9%, far above the national average (~10.2%).
Female youth unemployment is especially high at 47.1%, while male youth unemployment is ~19.3%. The Times of India
Educated unemployment is a known issue—many postgraduates remain jobless while migration remains a fallback. Wikipedia O.P. Jindal Global University
Initiatives like the Kerala Knowledge Economy Mission and startup incentives have boosted self-employment.
Women’s participation in microenterprises via Kudumbashree helps, but formal job creation lags.
The disconnect between aspiration and opportunity—especially for women—is a key structural challenge.
Example: Youth unemployment ~30%, with stark gender disparities and high NEET rate in Kerala. Ideas for India

Kerala boasts one of India’s lowest multidimensional poverty rates—0.71% as per NITI Aayog MPI 2021 data. @mathrubhumi
Strong welfare systems (public healthcare, education, PDS, pensions) underpin this low poverty incidence.
Kudumbashree has been pivotal in elevating poor households through self-help and micro-enterprises.
Informal workers have coverage via welfare boards and financial support schemes.
Districts like Kottayam have recorded zero multidimensional poverty in local indices. Wikipedia
Fiscal sustainability remains a future priority, but poverty alleviation remains Kerala’s strongest score.
Example: Kerala’s MPI poverty headcount dropped from 0.70% to 0.55% between 2015–16 and 2019–21. The New Indian Express

The Aardram Mission upgraded PHCs to FHCs—bringing diagnostics, extended services, and staffing closer to communities.
Kerala consistently tops India in infant and maternal health metrics and life expectancy.
The state’s early response to COVID-19 and Nipah outbreaks earned international recognition.
Public outreach and immunisation programs remain widespread and effective.
However, tertiary care remains strained due to high demand and uneven infrastructure.
Occasional drug shortages highlight gaps in supply-chain logistics.
Example: FHC model expanded primary access; infant mortality ~6 per 1,000 live births. NITI Aayog

Kerala maintains SSLC pass rates near 99–99.7%, with near-universal literacy and gender parity.
The Hi-Tech School initiative included digital classrooms in over 45,000 labs and schools.
Dropout rates are among the lowest in India; rural access is robust.
Higher education has scaled, and vocational training programs are growing.
Educated youth often migrate due to a lack of local job opportunities.
Enhancing employability through industry partnerships remains the next frontier.
Example: High SSLC outcomes and extensive digital classroom rollout. The Times of India NITI Aayog

Kerala achieves one of the highest charge-sheeting rates in India—96% for IPC cases. Onmanorama
Community policing has helped maintain public trust, especially in urban centers.
High crime per lakh largely reflects Kerala’s high reporting culture.
NDPS case loads are increasing, especially among youth—a growing concern.
Judicial delays persist, signaling systemic pipeline constraints.
Kerala’s policing structure remains strong, though evolving challenges require holistic responses.
Example: NCRB data confirms Kerala’s 96% IPC charge-sheeting rate among top in India. Onmanorama

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