Kerala cuts housing aid to ₹3 lakh, sparking opposition leader's fury
The Kerala government reduced housing assistance under the LIFE Mission from ₹4 lakh to ₹3 lakh as part of implementing PMAY-U 2.0, requiring beneficiaries to contribute ₹1 lakh. This move drew sharp criticism from Pinarayi Vijayan, Leader of the Opposition, who accused the United Democratic Front (UDF) government of undermining the scheme's original goals and deceiving people by accepting Central conditions that impose financial burdens on poor beneficiaries. The Centre’s share is now ₹1.5 lakh, with local bodies contributing less than before. Mr. Vijayan also criticized the stipulation for displaying the Centre’s logo on houses built under the scheme. Published August 15, 2026.
17 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Left Democratic Front (LDF) prioritized local body byelections over internal disagreements, choosing to focus on the upcoming elections.
21 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
K. Surendran alleges that the UDF government in Kerala is influenced by extremist groups, hindering government initiatives and opposing national symbols.
22 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Pinarayi Vijayan criticized the UDF government for suppressing student protests and alleged influence from the Sangh Parivar in higher education.
“The State government’s decision to bow to the anti-people conditions imposed by the Centre cannot be accepted”— verbatim excerpt from The Hindu
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