Kerala in Crisis: Is God's Own Country No Longer the Model for Development?

The Kerala Model of Development is a unique approach to economic and social development that has been successful in the state of Kerala, India. It is characterized by strong social indicators, such as high literacy rates, low infant mortality and birth rates, and a longer average life expectancy, which are comparable to developed countries. The model is based on wealth and resource redistribution programmes, high levels of political participation and activism, and a focus on investing in people rather than markets. However, the model is in decline because of several reasons such as lack of industrial growth, brain drain, aging population etc. In this discussion, we aim to discuss what can be done to bring Kerala back on track and ensure an upward growth trajectory.