Budget that gives impetus to Kerala's development journey; sure that people will support it wholeheartedly, says CM

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has lavished praises on the state budget presented by Finance Minister KN Balagopal. The Chief Minister pointed out that the budget is a powerful intervention to creatively overcome the financial obstacles created by the central government and take the state forward on the path of development.

"Kerala's economic growth reaching double digits indicates strong progress. Kerala has had the highest growth rate since 2012. Our agro-industrial sectors are on the steps of a new awakening. The Finance Minister has presented the budget which will accelerate and give more impetus to this development journey. The features of this budget include quality employment and emphasis on environmental protection, infrastructure development and higher education along with the science and technology sector. The budget aims to make decentralization more effective and empower the local self-governments. A comprehensive approach has been adopted in the budget to improve government services and extend the government's helping hand to all sections and sectors," CM said.