An audit by Kerala’s Finance Department revealed misuse of social security pensions in Kottakkal Municipality, where wealthy individuals were receiving benefits intended for the economically weak. The state government has ordered a comprehensive review and initiated a vigilance probe against involved officials. Many undeserving recipients, including government employees, were found on the beneficiary list, prompting strict disciplinary actions.
‘People with BMWs’: Kerala fin dept unveils welfare scheme ‘beneficiaries’
