Curbs on government spending extended by another year in Kerala

Key Points

1. Kerala government extends spending curbs on new vehicle purchases and building refurbishment.
2. The extension is due to the State's current financial situation and the need to control expenses.
3. The order, issued by Additional Chief Secretary (Finance) K.R. Jyothilal, is effective from November 8, 2025.
4. These austerity measures were initially imposed in November 2020 following the COVID-19 outbreak.
5. The curbs were eased after the pandemic but retained due to ongoing financial constraints.
6. The State government announced welfare measures in October, including increased social security pensions, costing ₹10,000 crore.