Kerala’s development achievements in education, healthcare and social welfare have created a strong foundation, but the challenge of providing meaningful employment remains. This article by Aswani S. Babu examines Kerala’s employment ecosystem through the challenges of youth unemployment, wage disparities, migration and labour welfare, while proposing practical measures such as district-level employment assessments, paid internships, stronger social protection and better implementation of existing government programmes. It argues that the next stage of Kerala’s development should focus not merely on creating more jobs, but on ensuring fair remuneration, economic security, dignity and well-being for workers.

Reading and writing are the foundations of education, learning, and effective communication. In an era of rapid technological advancement, Artificial Intelligence, and digital learning, schools and colleges must prioritise foundational literacy by organising reading and writing competitions, strengthening comprehension and written expression, and ensuring that technology complements rather than replaces essential learning skills.

The Congress party has filed a memorandum with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) alleging that poor students in Prayagraj are forced to sell blood to pay for expensive coaching classes. The party highlights the extreme financial distress faced by students from low-income families struggling to afford tuition, hostel, and mess fees.